Building a better futureFinance Minister Arkhom Termpittayapaisith addresses the 'Future of Growth: Thailand Vision 2030' virtual conference as its keynote speaker to mark the 20th anniversry of 'Post Today'. Finance Minister Arkhom Termpittayapaisith has outlined eight areas Thailand needs to work on over the next decade to raise the country's competitiveness. Digital technologies have played a key role in the past two years especially in payment systems, peer-to-peer lending and cloud funding, Mr Arkhom told the gathering. Mr Arkhom said the country must also create a social safety net, especially for grassroots people, and promote savings among the workforce to help them meet their future living needs. Last but not least, Mr Arkhom said policymakers must also ensure fiscal sustainability by increasing efficiency in revenue collection and expanding tax bases.

Source: Bangkok Post February 10, 2022 00:37 UTC