-- Thailand is ramping up cost-of-living relief measures as the economy faces pressure from Middle East tensions, VN Express reported Monday, citing Minister Suphajee Suthumpun.
The government is rolling out 3,800 mobile "Pum-Puang" units to sell cheaper goods nationwide, especially in remote areas with limited market access. It is also expanding its "Blue Flag" discount program with hundreds of fairs and thousands of mobile vendors across provinces and Bangkok.
In addition, a subsidized loan scheme for farmers has been introduced to ease financial strain, with interest costs shared between borrowers and the state.
Officials said the combined measures aim to widen access to affordable goods and support household purchasing power, according to the news outlet.
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