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Anutin Charnvirakul presents 400 billion baht energy emergency decree
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has presented an emergency decree to the House of Representatives, authorizing the Ministry of Finance to borrow up to 400 billion baht. The measure is intended to address the impacts of the global energy crisis and facilitate Thailand’s national energy transition.
Anutin cited instability in the Middle East, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz, as a primary driver for rising global oil prices and market tightness. He noted that Thailand’s high reliance on imported fossil fuels has directly increased production costs, consumer prices, and the overall cost of living.
The government intends to use the funds to support citizens, farmers, and businesses affected by energy costs while promoting renewable energy and reducing fossil fuel dependency. Anutin emphasized that the decree is constitutional and that the government will manage the resulting debt to ensure it remains below the 70% ceiling.
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Anutin Charnvirakul · Ekniti Nitithanprapas · House of Representatives · Ministry of Finance · Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut · Thailand
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- [DISPUTED] Anutin Charnvirakul will personally present the details of the emergency decree to the House of Representatives.
- [● 4 SOURCES] The emergency decree authorizes the Ministry of Finance to borrow 400 billion baht. www.innnews.co.th · www.thaipost.net
- [● 4 SOURCES] The government is proposing the emergency decree in accordance with the law and the constitution. www.thaipost.net
- [● 2 SOURCES] Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas expressed confidence that the emergency decree will be approved.
- [● 4 SOURCES] The purpose of the loan is to address energy crisis impacts and facilitate the national energy transition. www.innnews.co.th · www.thaipost.net
- [● 2 SOURCES] Middle East conflicts have caused global oil shortages and rising energy prices. www.innnews.co.th · www.thaipost.net
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The government will manage debt to ensure it does not exceed the 70% ceiling. www.thaipost.net