His administration adopts an economy that is expected to grow 2.8% this year.
BANGKOK: Thai prime minister Srettha Thavisin came under fire in parliament today over a new government policy agenda that opposition lawmakers called vague and short of some of his party’s boldest election pledges.
Srettha confirmed his agenda before parliament today which included digital cash handouts, lowering energy prices and relaxing visa rules to boost tourism. “This is aimless. There are no clear goals, no time frame and budget,” said Move Forward legislator Sirikanya Tansakul, during a marathon debate scheduled to end late tomorrow.The new administration adopts an economy that is expected to grow 2.8% this year, below a previous forecast of 3.6%.
“We will inject capital into all dimensions of the economy, to create spending, improve lives and create opportunities for businesses and employment,” he said, adding it would lay down a digital foundation for the country.