"Seththa" wears an orange tie and green socks. Answering live questions for the first time Explain the results of visiting many countries. Confident to attract more investment Ready to help Thai workers in Israel
Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Responding to live questions at the first meeting of the House of Representatives Since the 26th Council, today (26 Oct.) is the last day of the meeting in this session. And there was a royal decree to close the session on October 31st, with the Prime Minister answering a question about what was gained from traveling abroad. which was questioned by Mr. Akradet Wongpitakroj, Ratchaburi MP, Ruam Thai Sang Chart Party The Prime Minister said that he always honors the House of Representatives. If he is not on a necessary mission, he will answer questions and questions of MPs. Because it is the duty of the executive branch to the legislature and, “Today I am wearing an orange tie and green socks.”
The Prime Minister explained his recent visits to many foreign countries. We talked about trade in agricultural products and talked with the private sector. Industrial sector who are interested in investing in Thailand Including opening additional product markets in Thailand. There is also the issue of discussing a visit to Saudi Arabia to ask for help in negotiating the release of hostages in light of the events that are taking place in many of the countries they travel to. Confirm that Thailand is now ready, open and good for investment.
“The past government negotiated with the private sector to invest in the production of EV cars. I will continue to invest in the supply chain. and invest in other areas to promote SMEs in the country as well. In the field of knowledge which my team will continue to work on As for FTA negotiations Received assistance from Mr. Panpree Phitthanukorn, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs. Speed up negotiations and close deals. To be comfortable that in investment there will be a treaty and to promote trade between the two countries,” the Prime Minister said.
The Prime Minister responded to a question about measures to help Thai workers returning to their country after experiencing violence in Israel, saying that currently there are 8,000 workers who want to return to the country and 4,000 people have been able to emigrate. However, major problems have been found in the last 4-5 months. A few days ago, it was reported that employers offered more money to allow Thai workers to stay. Therefore, to solve the problem, the government will use a double plan, which is to find measures to help and provide relief to workers who have migrated from the area. By coordinating with relevant agencies Including foreign countries that need workers to go to work. which was found to have high wages as well
The Prime Minister explains the government's relief measures. According to the proposal from the relevant minister, it is to help workers who are in debt resulting from paying commissions to get to work, averaging 150,000 baht, which will be discussed with the BAAC. To provide special loans to pay off debts Long-term installment payments of 30 years, interest rate 0.1%, while the Ministry of Labor creates employment incentives for workers from Israel because they are considered quality workers. The government is ready to do its utmost to bring Thai workers back as quickly as possible.
“Confirm that the government is doing its best. to bring workers back quickly Without wanting to think about money Come before life and must face risks However, from the incident The government is aware of the economic situation and the status of Thai people, so what needs to be done is to improve the lives of every Thai person,” the Prime Minister said.
Source: Thai News Agency