The Prime Minister vows not to cancel digital wallets. Looking at academics, there is only 1 vote, compared to 10 million people who want it, saying that the budget is 500 billion to do it just once. Hoping to increase occupational costs Ready to listen to all sides' opinions. Including the people

Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Said later that academics came out to object to the 10,000 baht digital wallet project, saying that while visiting the area, people expressed their intention that they really wanted it, which they were happy about, but over the past 48 hours There are many academics who disagree. Call for cancellation of this project But I confirm that Since becoming Prime Minister This government and all those involved have listened to problems and suggestions from all agencies. including the Bank of Thailand We accept it and consider it. In order to have improvements and decorations to make everything look better. and said in a strong voice, “But there was no cancellation.”

The Prime Minister also confirmed that the digital money project is not a campaign project. It is not a project that sprinkles money to get people to come back and vote. Then come back and choose us. No, but there is a need and there is a desire of the people who want to receive concrete help. Throughout the period that we came to manage the business for approximately 1 month, expenses were an important issue in order to make a living and have a career. The government has reduced electricity costs. Fuel energy, diesel oil, has been lowered to less than 30 baht and last week there was a suspension of debt for farmers. By confirming that it is necessary and important. Because the people have a lot of expenses and a lot of burdens, they don't have the morale to earn a living. We reduce the burden of expenses. It will give people morale and encouragement to make a living. But this problem arises that If there is morale and morale, where will the funds come from?

The Prime Minister also stated that People from the provinces don't have a lot of money like people at the top of society. There is a lot of inequality in Thai society. They have no money. The budget for the digital wallet project is 500 billion, which is not a budget that is made every year. Please understand that this is only done once. I didn't intend to use it to buy votes in order to please the people. But do it in order to have funds to pursue a career with honor and dignity.

However, the Prime Minister also mentioned many academics who came out to criticize him. I accept criticism. But you are only 1 vote, but the people have 10 million votes who want digital money. I accept that it will be improved. In order to maximize the benefits for all parties. Whether it is the party that pays taxes or people suffering from economic problems that have been brewing for a long time

by the Prime Minister Confirming in a strong voice that This government will not succeed in power. will listen to opinions But above all else People's suffering problems The lack of funds for people to live on It is the most important thing. and confirm again that There will be no cancellation of 10,000 baht digital currency.

At the same time, the Prime Minister also appealed to academics who expressed many opinions. I would like to express my opinion again. which there are academics who agree I, as a mediator, represent the people. It will be considered for further improvement for maximum efficiency. To please everyone

As for whether or not there has been any discussion with academics who hold different views, Mr. Settha stated that I have been talking all along. Especially the Governor of the Bank of Thailand And there was a team to listen to opinions from many academics. You have always been there. which he considered It is possible that there are still academics who have not yet seen the information that the government will announce. Therefore objected first. But please see the information first: What are the details of this policy?

However, the Prime Minister reaffirmed that This policy is a one-time project. And it's not done every year. If you do it, not just the people will get it. The industrial sector will also get You must see that More than 500 billion baht has gone into the pockets of the people. Are you going to produce products to support it or not? This will lead to production, employment, and tax payments. The government isn't the only one paying. The government has received it back as well. The government has thought about it. and willing to listen to all sides Before the economy can come back, there must be capital first.

Mr. Settha also admitted that he was worried about everything. But give importance to the opinions of all parties. If you protest We also have concerns. Because we believe that everyone is a Thai citizen. Have the right to express your opinion But I will try my best.

Source: Thai News Agency