BANGKOK, Thailand – The Bhumjaithai Party is considering reviving the Half-Half Co-Payment scheme as a short-term measure to stimulate Thailand’s economy under the new government of Prime Minister-Designate Anutin Charnvirakul. Deputy Party Leader Siripong Angkasakulkiat said the policy was reviewed during recent meetings of the party’s executive committee and policy team. If reintroduced, the scheme may be updated with expanded benefits to better suit current economic conditions.
The Bhumjaithai Party has also revisited other past government programs, acknowledging that while some had limitations, several were effective and well-received. The Half-Half scheme was considered successful in stimulating consumer spending and generating public support with relatively limited budget requirements. Compared to the more recent digital wallet proposal, party members viewed it as more practical and better aligned with public sentiment.
Rather than building a new system from scratch, Siripong said the party intends to use existing government infrastructure to ensure faster implementation and lower costs. While budget details have yet to be finalized, the proposal remains under active discussion. Once the government delivers its policy statement, the prime minister-designate is expected to move quickly, ideally within the first month, to launch the scheme, with full rollout expected within the four-month operational window.
Bhumjaithai maintains that the plan is not about boosting political popularity, but about addressing urgent economic challenges through efficient, proven tools. (NNT)
