Thai Government Reports Strong Spending in 'Thai Help Thai Plus' Scheme

According to a report by Thai Post, the Thai government has highlighted the continued activity of the 'Thai Help Thai Plus' (60/40) economic stimulus project. Lalida Peritwiwatana, Deputy Spokesperson for the Prime Minister's Office, announced that as of September 22, 2026, the program saw total expenditures reach 827.9 million baht.

This figure is notable as it occurred toward the end of the month, a period when consumer spending typically slows down. The government views this sustained participation as a positive indicator of the program's effectiveness in stimulating domestic consumption.

For residents and expatriates, this data reflects the ongoing government efforts to boost local economic circulation through co-payment subsidies. While the program continues to show high transaction volumes, it remains to be seen how these spending patterns will evolve as the project progresses toward its next phases or potential conclusion. The government has not yet provided a long-term forecast regarding the total economic impact or the specific duration of the current subsidy levels. Those participating in the scheme should continue to monitor official announcements for any updates regarding eligibility or changes to the 60/40 co-payment structure.