A meeting to review the 2024 state budget involving four economic agencies, which was chaired by Srettha, was completed in just half an hour, as the participants had discussed the relevant numbers at their previous meeting.
Regarding government policies that need to be finalised, the PM instructed responsible Cabinet members to look into the matter and report their progress within an exact timeframe. Government ministers were also advised to set up their working groups to coordinate with relevant agencies if needed.
For observers, this appears to be modelled after a CEO style of running a large business. It differs from the past, when the Cabinet waited for policy proposals from ministries and other agencies. It was a lengthy process for proposals to reach the Cabinet and for the prime minister to make instructions.
At his first Cabinet…
