Should rich also get digital handout? Public evenly split: pollSupporters of the digital wallet scheme voice their demand that the 10,000-baht handout go ahead at the headquarters of the Pheu Thai Party on Oct 17. (Photo: Somchai Poomlard)Most people are of the opinion that the 10,000-baht payout via the government's digital wallet scheme should be paid to people of all groups regardless of their incomes or bank deposits, according to an opinion survey by the National Institute of Development Administration, or Nida Poll. Many questions have been raised about the feasibility of the scheme, particularly about how it will be funded. On Saturday, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said the details of the project, including how it will be funded, will all be announced at a specially arranged press conference on Friday.

Source: Bangkok Post November 05, 2023 03:53 UTC