The Thai government has announced a series of financial and commercial relief measures to support individuals and businesses impacted by the current situation along the Thai-Cambodian border. According to Mr. Jirayu Huangsap, spokesperson for the Prime Minister’s Office, these efforts are being implemented through the Ad Hoc Centre for Thailand-Cambodia Border Situation and aim to ease the financial burden on affected communities, stabilize livelihoods, and promote long-term recovery.
The measures focus on pausing debt repayments, extending loan periods, injecting liquidity into the economy, and creating new income opportunities. Seven state financial institutions are participating in the initiative, including the Government Savings Bank, the Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives, the Government Housing Bank, the Small and Medium Enterprise Development Bank of Thailand, the Export and Import Bank of Thailand, the Islamic Bank of Thailand, and the Thai Credit Guarantee Corporation.
Emergency loans are being made available to help cover essential living expenses. For instance, the Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives is offering financial assistance aimed at household and consumption needs. The Government Savings Bank is providing small, unsecured loans of up to 20,000 baht per person at low interest rates to help with daily expenses and work-related costs. In addition, families can access home repair loans of up to 500,000 baht per case with reduced interest rates and repayment terms of up to 15 years, supporting the restoration of homes and farming equipment.
For businesses seeking to recover and grow, longer-term loans are being offered to restore operations and improve competitiveness. These are available from institutions such as the Export and Import Bank, the SME Development Bank, and the Government Savings Bank. The relief package also includes debt restructuring options, such as suspending principal payments, reducing monthly installments, or extending repayment periods.
Mr. Jirayu also highlighted that the Ministry of Commerce is rolling out targeted support for three main groups along the border: agricultural producers, local traders, and entrepreneurs involved in cross-border commerce. In the immediate term, the Ministry is working to clear agricultural products from cold storage, distribute surplus stock, and organize 33 regional sales events with participation from approximately 1,200 businesses, helping farmers and small vendors access broader markets.
Looking ahead, the Ministry is preparing long-term solutions that include launching the Thai Fruits Festival 2025 in partnership with four major gas station brands, including PT, PTT, Bangchak, and Susco. These efforts will be supported by training programs on e-commerce, the development of new logistics routes through Laos and Vietnam, and 15 promotional campaigns across ASEAN countries to increase the visibility of Thai products and boost trade.
These coordinated efforts reflect the government’s commitment to safeguarding livelihoods, revitalizing the local economy in affected areas, and building sustainable support systems for individuals and businesses along the Thai-Cambodian border.
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