Cash handouts no longer work, but what can? Thailand’s economy has been very sluggish since the COVID-19 pandemic and throughout 2025, with declining GDP growth. Yet, the Thai government placed high importance on stimulus measures, particularly the digital wallet scheme and co-payment programs. However, these do not address the real structural problems of the Thai economy. Thai PBS World talked to Thai economist, Nonarit Bisonyabut, as he explains why stimulus measures no longer work, as well as

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