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The policy statement of Mr. Srettha Thavisin to parliament will take place on September 11. In the policy statement of the Cabinet The prime minister prepares to announce to the parliament on September 11, 2023, there are 5 main urgent policies.
The 52-page policy statement of the Government of Mr. Srettha Thavisin received by the media is divided into 3 main parts: short-term policies; which states that The government needs to stimulate spending. Let the economic engine grow again. and to urgently and quickly solve immediate problems of the people
In this regard, there are 5 urgent policies, including digital wallet money 10,000 baht, solving debt problems, reducing the cost of electricity, cooking gas, fuel, generating income from tourism. and solving the problem of dissent in the constitution
constitutional amendment policy which was contained in the draft urgent policy statement Stated in essence that the amendment would not touch the monarch platoon. And the government will continue to discuss ways to hold a referendum on constitutional amendments.
The medium-term and long-term policy framework Identify 3 main policy issues: generating income for the people; creating opportunity and creating a good quality of life Which can be broken down into at least 20 policies, whether it is raising the policy of 30 baht to cure all diseases, the “army development” policy, the 1 family 1 soft power policy, etc.
There is also an appendix section. which indicates the consistency between the government’s policies for the administration of state affairs and the duties of the state and the state policies of the 2017 constitution and the national strategy
It was also noted that Policy statements rarely have a peace agenda in the southern border provinces.
BBC Thai summarizes the essence of the policy of the “Settha 1” government as follows:
5 urgent policies Digital wallet money – suspension of farmers’ debt – reduce electricity and gas costs according to campaign contracts
1. Top up 10,000 baht via digital wallet
The policy statement states that The government will act as a trigger that will rouse the country’s economy to wake up again. by putting money into the economy thoroughly and spreading it to all areas to circulate in the foundation economy causing the turnover of economic activities Through investment expansion, business expansion, employment, career creation, the government will receive returns in the form of taxes. In addition, it will lay the foundation for the digital economy for the country. Increase the efficiency and transparency of the payment mechanisms of the economy and government.
2. Solve debt problems in the agricultural sector, the business sector, and the public sector.
Agricultural sector – Suspend farmers’ debts according to the conditions and qualifications that are appropriate.
Business sector and the general public – Helps to support debt and financial costs for the general public. Covering small and medium enterprises (SMEs) entrepreneurs affected by COVID-19 And there are measures to solve debt problems of other groups without going against financial discipline and without causing ethical dangers.
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3. Instantly reduce electricity, cooking gas, and petrol costs
The government will support the management of electricity bills. cooking gas cost and fuel costs to an appropriate level immediately
The statement also stated that will change the energy structure of the country by planning the demand and supporting the supply of energy appropriately promote production and the use of clean and renewable energy. Accelerate negotiations on the use of claimed areas with neighboring countries and explore additional energy sources. ready to support new energy supply
4. Driving revenue generation from tourism improve visa application Add airports and flights to Thailand
The government statement said “Tourism will be the first key to generating income that can boost the economy in the short term.”
The government aims to open the door to tourists. By improving the visa process And the exemption of visa fees for tourists in target countries, Fast Track VISA for international exhibition participants (MICE), together with business sectors in all sectors hosting exhibitions World-class festivals, improving land, water and air transportation systems such as improving airports and organizing flights of airports across the country Increase the number of flights to be able to bring more tourists to Thailand. and solve the problem of corruption and suppress the exploitation of tourists
5. Solve the problem of different opinions in the constitution. does not fix the King category
The policy statement outlines the final urgent policy. Is to solve the problem of different opinions on the Constitution of the Kingdom of Thailand 2017 so that Thai people have a more democratic constitution. By adhering to a democratic form of government with the King as Head of State and not amended in the King category
The policy statement states that The government will discuss approaches to conducting a referendum that prioritize engaging people from all sectors in designing rules that are democratic, modern and mutually acceptable. Including discussing ways to prepare the constitution in the parliament.
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“Army development” – 1 family, 1 soft power in the medium-long term policy
In addition to the urgent policy The policy statement document also states that The government also has policies that have medium and long term impacts. To create a better life for Thai people in many dimensions, covering “creating income, creating opportunities, creating quality of life and restore the dignity of being Thai
BBC Thai found that there is a policy in the medium-long term. There are at least 22 such policies, namely
make money with “Proactive Economic Diplomacy” – Raise the level of Thai passports Improve the approval process of investment projects through the Office of the Board of Investment and the Office of the Eastern Special Development Zone Policy Committee to develop new economies such as the digital economy. high technology industry green industry and the national security industry Develop the economy, legal trade along the border, invest in transport infrastructure, generate income in the agricultural sector. By using precision agriculture innovation (Precising Farming), research and breeding to increase productivity and increase the return value per rai higher. find a market for agricultural products to be sold at reasonable prices Change the cultivation of crops to suit the natural and economic environment. and privatization of agricultural products for a higher value Revive the fishing industry to return to being an important source of income for the people again. Encourage people to have land rights. consider the document of the right to use as a title deed Unlock and improve laws that restrict people, such as unlocking regulations related to local liquor. Decentralization policy with “Governor CEO” open to foreign workers and groups of foreign experts to work and create jobs. Generate income through the promotion of 1 family, 1 Soft Power skills. Promote and develop sports in a systematic way, reform education and create a lifelong learning society. Modernize the structure of security agencies and be able to respond to new types of threats and security threats in the 21st century Suppress influential people and eradicate drugs from Thai society. Accelerate solving environmental problems that are a national agenda. especially on PM2.5 dust, raising the policy of 30 baht to cure all diseases, state welfare, the policy statement states that The government places importance on equality for all groups of people. including vulnerable groups, people with disabilities, the elderly and ethnic groups Push for legislation to support the rights and equality of LGBT people.
From “Army Reform” to “Army Development”
for security policy and military reform Which is being watched to see how the administration under the government led by the Pheu Thai Party will have policies in this area.
The policy statement document states that The government will support the modernization of the structure of security agencies and be able to respond to new threats and security threats in the 21st century, and “the government will work together to develop the military as a key development force,” he said. potential of the country together with the people” which has various policies as follows
change the form of conscription to voluntary Improving the training of Territory Defense Command students in a creative way. reduce the number of high-ranking non-commissioned officers And determine the manpower of the Internal Security Operations Command (ISOC). Improve the procurement process of agencies under the Ministry of Defense to be modern, transparent, verifiable and consistent with the form and risk of threats. Both now and in the future Utilize excess space of military units for the benefit of the people. especially used for agriculture develop infrastructure and public utilities increase the integrity of the ecosystem
Electric train 20 baht throughout the line. Campaign policy that is not in the policy statement.
The 20 baht electric train policy throughout the line, which is one of the policies that the Pheu Thai Party use election campaign It does not appear in the policy statement. whether in urgent policy or medium-long term policy
Regarding this matter, Mr. Suriya Juangroongruangkit Minister of Transport Interview confirmed that This is an urgent policy. but because it takes time to negotiate There are many units and electric trains come in many colors. and different concession periods The negotiation process takes time.
Mr. Suriya said Making electric train service prices to be 20 baht throughout the line requires a common ticketing system. It will cost around one billion baht to install this system for the BTS SkyTrain. The Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand or MRTA already has this system. Mr. Suriya also confirmed that If the Pheu Thai government implements this policy, it will increase the revenues of the electric trains and operators.
The Minister of Transport said that This policy can be done in a period of 2 years. As for the policy statement, it will be said in terms of the logistics system that is made for the people. This policy also plays a part. because I have the intention to do But probably didn’t write the 20 baht electric train policy because it’s a subset of the big policy.
“Governor CEO” brushes off the policies of the Thai Rak Thai Party
in the policy of creating and expanding opportunities for the people The Cabinet’s policy statement “Settha 1” mentions that the administration of the government will take the form of decentralization. By specifying the specific word “Governor CEO”, which is a policy that occurred during the Thai Rak Thai Party (TRT) government in 2001
“Governor CEO” is a provincial administration policy. by an integrated governor or CEO governor In the past, during the Thaksin Shinawatra government, there was a pilot in 5 provinces in 2001. The main concept was The provincial governor has absolute power within the province. Both in terms of budget, personnel and management.
After being piloted in 5 provinces, later in 2003, the CEO governor system was expanded to apply to government administration in all 75 provinces, with provincial governors appointed by the Ministry of Interior. like in the present But the policy observation at that time was special budget allocation to the provinces or “Governor CEO budget” is “government campaign budget”
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“Governor CEO” first occurred during the Thai Rak Thai government in 2001.
CEO’s policy at that time It ended when there was a change in policy from the government set up by the 2006 coup, but in later politics, such as the People’s Power Party government, it tried to nominate a new “Governor CEO”, including during the National Council for Peace and Order government. National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) by General Prayut Chan-o-cha in 2016 as well
However, looking at the contents of the government’s policy statement, “Settha 1” states an explanation of decentralization. and the governor CEO said It is to create efficiency in administration in each province and local government organizations. to respond to the needs of people in each area
A later description suggests that It is open to the public to participate in setting goals and indicators to create opportunities and benefits for the people. The government will encourage citizens to participate in the allocation of resources. Both the budget and the selection of executive representatives to represent the local development. This will help to distribute resources and decentralize management power to the community.
Therefore, it is still unclear whether the model of decentralization through How will the “governor CEO” in the era of the 1st wealthy government be?
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Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, Minister of Interior which oversees the administrative mechanisms of regional and local governments
southern border peace policy written broadly
Another interesting observation about the peace policy in the southern border provinces. which is one of the national security strategies that the constitution requires the government to have in the policies presented to the parliament
The policy statement of the Cabinet, Mr. Srettha, specifies broadly that there will be a restructuring of the security agencies to be modernized and aligned with new threats and security threats. and is an important mechanism for the protection of independence build stability and safety in all areas of the country
In addition, the government will encourage cooperation between the state and the people. And people with people who have differences of opinion, religion and ideology to be able to live together peacefully under the rule of law.
2023-09-06 11:39:45
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