# Thailand’s PM Paetongtarn Promises Immediate Economic Stimulus

- Link: https://www.thailand-business-news.com/economics/160889-thailands-pm-paetongtarn-promises-immediate-economic-stimulus
- Published: 2024-09-10T10:58:52+07:00
- Author: Jessica Lee

**Thailand’s Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is focused on promptly stimulating
the economy. She aims to continue the policies of her predecessor, Srettha Thavisin,
while also addressing challenges related to debt, SMEs, agriculture, and tourism.**

BANGKOK – Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra emphasized her commitment to stimulating
Thailand’s economy immediately, aiming to continue the policies of former Prime 
Minister Srettha Thavisin. Following Srettha’s removal for ethical violations, Paetongtarn
held a cabinet meeting to prepare new policy proposals for parliament’s two-day 
session starting Thursday.

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At her first press conference, she stated her administration would focus on issues
like debt restructuring and support for small and medium-sized enterprises, particularly
in agriculture and tourism. However, she remained vague regarding adjustments to
the controversial digital wallet scheme, which proposed cash handouts to millions
of Thais.

As the youngest daughter of former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, Paetongtarn
faces significant challenges without prior government experience. She becomes the
fourth family member to lead the country, navigating a struggling economy amid potential
legal hurdles similar to those that affected her predecessor.

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