"Aekniti" emphasized that the Quick Big Win policy has been 99% successful and expressed confidence that the economy can continue progressing despite the dissolution of parliament and political instability. Regarding Co-Payment Plus Phase 2, he is awaiting the Election Commission's consideration, which might "give the green light." When asked about being approached as a prime ministerial candidate, he smiled and replied briefly, "An honor." Tags: ["Quick Big Win policy", "economic confidence", "Election Commission", "Co-Payment Plus Phase 2", "political instability", "prime minister candidate"]
Mr. Aekniti Nitithanprapas, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, revealed during a keynote speech at the "Thailand Confidence 2026: Driving Confidence Toward the Future" event that although the prime minister announced the dissolution of parliament on 12 December, he believes the Thai economy will continue regardless of political volatility and uncertainty, economic fluctuations, and increasing crises. Thailand must move forward. The earlier dissolution does not change the original plans, as the policy design already accounted for this situation, only shortening the timeframe to implement new policies. However, he is confident that the government's Quick Big Win policy has progressed over 99%, providing momentum for the economy during this transition. The only regret is the lack of continuity in new policies at this time. He estimates that Thailand's economy in the fourth quarter of 2025 will grow by no less than 1%, ensuring annual growth of at least 2%.Tags: ["Deputy Prime Minister", "Finance Minister", "economic forecast", "parliament dissolution", "Quick Big Win policy", "Thailand economy 2025"]
After his keynote speech, he told reporters that during this political vacuum, no new policies can be implemented except those already approved, such as debt closure and SME assistance measures. Meanwhile, the Co-Payment Plus Phase 2 program is currently under discussion with the Election Commission to determine if it can proceed. The details for Phase 2 are ready, but the TISA program likely cannot continue.Tags: ["political vacuum", "policy implementation", "debt closure", "SME assistance", "Co-Payment Plus Phase 2", "Election Commission", "TISA program"]
Regarding the strengthening of the Thai baht, he has spoken with Mr. Vichai Ratanakorn, Governor of the Bank of Thailand (BoT). This issue requires increased attention. Today, part of the cause is global financial volatility, including the United States lowering interest rates, which naturally causes capital to flow from low to high returns. The BoT has independence in monetary policy and works in coordination with the Ministry of Finance. They view an excessively strong baht as problematic and unacceptable but respect monetary policy autonomy. The Ministry of Finance will consider what assistance it can provide.Tags: ["Thai baht", "currency strength", "Bank of Thailand", "monetary policy", "interest rates", "capital flow", "Ministry of Finance"]
When reporters asked Mr. Aekniti whether he has accepted being a prime ministerial candidate for the Bhumjaithai Party, he smiled and briefly replied, "An honor, an honor."Tags: ["prime minister candidate", "Bhumjaithai Party", "political candidacy", "Aekniti Nitithanprapas"]
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