FTI proposes that the government consider measures to help people in the wake of the new wave of COVID-19 epidemic. To support the situation, for example, it may increase the budget for each half of the project in Phase 2, or re-launch the project for half of the Phase 3 by increasing the limit from 3,500 baht to 5,000 baht.
Mr. Suphan Mongkolsuthee, chairman of the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI), said in the new situation of the COVID-19 epidemic, the worrying thing is that there may be an increase in unemployment. From businesses that had to close There is a lockdown by state order. Or have been affected in various fields such as restaurants, entertainment businesses Similar to the epidemic period earlier this year While the tourism sector is still in a difficult situation Implies many losing jobs again
“The government should accelerate the consideration of measures to support the situation, such as increasing the budget for each half of Phase 2, or launching a new project for half of Phase 3 by expanding the credit line from 3,500 baht to 5,000 baht over three months or increasing the duration of the project that Scheduled to end on March 31, 2021 to keep the economy moving. “
Mr. Suphan said In the situation that Thailand faces a new round of coronavirus outbreak That could be more serious Private still offers the government to borrow 1-2 trillion baht from the current government has borrowed 1 trillion baht for peace of mind. Because of the uncertain situation, the private sector has always been worried about this It is better to have enough money on hand to solve problems than not enough money. While the interest at this time is quite cheap. If the loan is not used, the interest incurred is not a huge burden.
Mr. Suphan said 3 Joint Committee on Private Sector (CSC) consisting of TAS, Council of the Chamber of Commerce of Thailand And the Thai Bankers Association It was predicted in December 2020 that the Thai economy in 2021 will grow at 2-4%, but the latest from the comedian coronavirus situation. The CCP will meet on January 6, expected to review and adjust the numbers lower than before. The government estimates 4-4.5% is not expected. If viewed from the current situation
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