Disagreeing with the 500 billion baht loan, “Thanathorn” advises Pheu Thai to speak frankly with the people as best.

Thanathorn confirms that he does not agree and that there is no need to borrow 500 billion to use with digital wallets. He sees that the economic situation is not so critical that money must be pumped into the system all at once. Happy to provide information. If Pheu Thai is interested in today’s lecture offer

At 4:30 p.m. on November 17, 2023, Mr. Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit Chairman of the Progress Committee Gave an interview after a public lecture on the topic “What should Thailand get if it has to spend 500 billion?” The reporter asked if today’s lecture was connected to the digital wallet distribution project, saying that today’s objective is for society to exchange. Debated that under a limited budget What are we going to use it for? Therefore, we have offered options as food for thought to society. I hope that what was said today will be exchanged and discussed widely. and think that it will be beneficial to democracy

While when asked further, How do you view digital wallet distribution? Mr. Thanathorn answered: “Personally, I believe that Thailand today does not have an economic crisis. Of course, the economy may not be good. But it’s still growing. If it is necessary to borrow an amount of up to 500 billion, I think I do not agree with this loan.”

As for the question of borrowing 500 billion baht to use with a digital wallet? Is it not worth the investment? Mr. Thanathorn reiterated his answer that it was not necessary. before avoiding answering when asked about waiting for the Rules Committee to interpret that This matter is not accurate. It would be better to ask the Progressive Party. But personally, I think it’s not necessary.

In the past, during the very severe COVID-19 situation, we borrowed 1.5 trillion baht during the government of Gen. Prayut Chan-o-cha, former prime minister. Today, household debt and public debt are very high. Personally, I think it is caused by the country’s competitiveness. We do not have enough investment to make the country competitive. If we want Thailand to be competitive in the next 5-10 years, it is necessary to invest in building competitiveness today. As for the economic status, it is confirmed again. We do not think there will be a need to borrow 500 billion baht.

Mr. Thanathorn further stated that Today’s lecture is about suggesting alternatives. which the Pheu Thai Party is the government After listening to our opinions, whether you will use them or not is up to you. But he confirmed that if the Pheu Thai Party is interested in anything, it is ready to provide information. Tell us the directions without hiding it. To be beneficial to the people

While asked about the expected economic stimulus value from the digital wallet project, Mr. Thanathorn said it would be better to ask the Pheu Thai Party. I do not dare to answer this matter. However, regarding the solution of this matter which is related to the campaign already being held If you don’t do it, you may not get it. Mr. Thanathorn thinks that speaking frankly with the people is probably the best. I think the people should be ready to give the Pheu Thai Party a chance.

“As we said, look at different angles. I think the economic situation is not so critical that it is necessary to borrow. The Pheu Thai Party itself says that the economic situation is already very serious. It is necessary to borrow, which can actually be borrowed from the national budget. Already borrowed within a normal budget This year, I already borrowed it. When they looked at each other, it was difficult to speak. I suggested that if I had 500 billion, I would use it to do the various things presented. As for how the Pheu Thai Party would use it or not, how would it be used? It would be the right of the Pheu Thai Party. But if you want to sit down and talk about the possibility of bringing things together These are used With pleasure. I believe that things which is presented to be beneficial to the people and ready to talk”

In terms of questions regarding some matters, Mr. Thanathorn explained that it may take up to 8 years to complete. Mr. Thanathorn gave an answer on this matter that When developing a topic at the national level, it takes 1 year and there is no way it will be finished. Whether it is the development of the public transport system The public health system takes time, therefore, to be consistent with reality, such as drinking tap water. Personally, I think 8 years is possible, but if I do it in 3 years, I think it’s impossible. Because it is seen that it is not a large-scale economic crisis. that must pump money into the system at one time Therefore, consider that it is not necessary to use it all in 1 year and do not ask whether it is worth it or not. How many turns can you make? Because he is not a direct expert in this matter. And there are other ways to create Digital Transformation. That doesn’t require spending that much money.