Revised fiscal deficit 14% higher than before

September 14, 2023

Pheu Thai plan calls for spending 4% higher than in fiscal 2024 budget approved by Prayut government

PUBLISHED : 14 Sep 2023 at 14:45

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin monitors the debate after delivering his government’s policy statement to parliament on Monday. (Photo: Chanat Katanyu)

The cabinet has approved spending of 3.48 trillion baht in the 2024 fiscal year starting on Oct 1, resulting in an increased budget deficit of 693 billion baht,…