A boat noodle vendor in Buriram province welcomes the "Thai Chuey Thai Plus Phase 2" program, which plans to add 1,000 baht over two months to stimulate purchasing power, but urges the government to monitor fuel prices amid rising costs.
On 21 September 2026, progress on the "Thai Chuey Thai Plus" or "Thai Chuey Thai Plus Phase 2" program was reported after the Ministry of Finance prepared to propose extending the 60/40 Thai Chuey Thai Plus measure to the Cabinet for approval. The extension would use existing budget funds and is expected to last another two months, maintaining the original spending criteria. Mr. Ekaphop Piansaphet, spokesperson for the Office of the Prime Minister, provided clarity on the project's details. "Thai Chuey Thai Plus Phase 2" He said the proposal must still await review by the screening committee for loan expenditure under the Royal Decree before the final approval stage.
Based on discussions with Mr. Akniti Nititantraprapas, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, it is expected that citizens will receive 1,000 baht over two months, still following the 60/40 criteria. State welfare cardholders are anticipated to get an additional 700 baht, which combined with the usual 300 baht benefit will total 1,000 baht, as before.
In Prakhon Chai District, Buriram province, reporters asked Mrs. Sompong Laprakon, 67, owner of Pa Sompong Boat Noodle Shop in Prakhon Chai Municipality, her views on the extension of this program.
Mrs. Sompong said that if the Thai Chuey Thai Plus program is extended for another two months, it would be a measure that helps stimulate sales. Although it only grants citizens 1,000 baht usable over two months, it still increases purchasing power for people and helps small businesses earn more income.
Mrs. Sompong also appealed to Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, to help manage fuel prices. She noted that rising fuel prices directly affect living costs, as well as transportation expenses and prices of goods, which tend to rise accordingly.
