Call for Debt Relief for Bangkok Flood Victims
Democrat Party MP Sakoltee Phattiyakul has urged the government to intervene in debt collection practices affecting low-income flood victims in Bangkok.
On November 12, 2026, during a parliamentary session, Democrat Party MP Sakoltee Phattiyakul addressed the ongoing financial struggles faced by Bangkok residents following the severe flooding in late September. While floodwaters have receded, many low-income individuals are now burdened by debt for vehicles that were destroyed during the disaster. Specifically, Sakoltee highlighted the plight of those who purchased vehicles without comprehensive insurance. Despite their vehicles being rendered unusable, these individuals are still being pursued by finance companies for monthly payments, a situation described as paying for a 'useless key.' To address this, Sakoltee has requested that the House Speaker coordinate with the Ministry of Justice and the Office of the Attorney General to facilitate mediation between debtors and finance companies. He also called on the Ministry of Interior to revise compensation criteria for small business owners who were excluded from previous relief efforts. For residents and those living in the city, this situation underscores the potential for ongoing financial instability in affected areas. It remains to be confirmed whether the government will implement specific legal protections or mediation mandates to halt these debt collection practices, or if relief criteria for small businesses will be expanded as requested.
