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Thai Health Minister Addresses 60 Billion Baht Gold Card Budget Allocation
The Minister of Public Health has clarified the distribution of the 60 billion baht Gold Card budget, emphasizing transparency and service-level funding.
On August 5, 2026, Matichon Online reported that Thailand’s Minister of Public Health addressed public concerns regarding the 60 billion baht budget allocated to the Universal Coverage Scheme, commonly known as the 'Gold Card.' The Minister emphasized that the funds remain fully accounted for and are primarily distributed to healthcare service units to support direct patient care.
For residents and long-term expatriates, this clarification is significant as it underscores the government's commitment to maintaining the financial integrity of the national healthcare system. The Minister highlighted that taxpayer contributions must be subject to public scrutiny, ensuring that the budget is utilized effectively to provide medical services across the country.
While the Minister has provided assurances regarding the allocation of these funds, the specific breakdown of how these resources are distributed across various regional hospitals and clinics remains a subject of ongoing public interest. Residents relying on the Gold Card system should continue to monitor official announcements from the Ministry of Public Health for updates on service availability and potential administrative changes. As of now, the government maintains that the budget is being managed to ensure the continuity of essential health services for the public.
Translated from Thai.
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