A THE STANDARD clip published on 18 January 2024 records Atthawit Suwankapdee’s view on the proposal for a universal 10,000-baht payment. He suggests considering people with low incomes and middle-income people carrying interest-bearing debt, and calls on the Prime Minister to consider other ways to help the public. This is a summary of a political opinion at that time, not an announcement of the project’s current status.
“It’s Over” Was the Speaker’s Criticism
In the clip, the speaker says the universal payment program “is over” before suggesting that the government find another option. This is his opinion in a short video, not a Cabinet resolution or an official government announcement ending the project. Do not cite it as proof that the policy was canceled on that date.
Separate the Clip from Official Documents
A Thai government document dated 10 April 2024 records the framework for a 10,000-baht top-up through the Digital Wallet program. It is from a later period and does not establish whether the proposal made by Atthawit was adopted.
The Ministry of Finance later reported that on 24 December 2024 the Cabinet approved an economic stimulus program for older people, with eligibility and payment methods for a specific group. A 16 January 2025 announcement explained the conditions and schedule; a 31 March 2025 report discussed payments and repeat transfers. These documents concern measures in 2025 and do not confirm current eligibility or programs.
- Thai Government: Digital Wallet program framework (10 Apr 2024)
- Ministry of Finance: conditions for the older-person program (16 Jan 2025)
- Ministry of Finance: payment progress report (31 Mar 2025)
What the Clip Says—and Does Not Say
- The clip says: Atthawit opposes a universal payment, suggests considering people with greater financial burdens, and believes the government should consider other options.
- The clip does not confirm: an official resolution or announcement, the status of every program phase, actual economic effects, or any individual’s eligibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
Did Atthawit say the 10,000-baht digital-wallet program was “over”?
That phrase appears in the clip and reflects Atthawit’s view of the universal-payment format in the video dated 18 January 2024. It is not a government announcement.
Can this article be used to check current eligibility or program status?
No. This article summarizes a past clip and government documents with stated dates. For current eligibility or measures, check the latest announcement from the responsible government agency directly.
Scope
This is a dated summary of a short political clip and official documents from 10 April 2024, 16 January 2025, and 31 March 2025. It does not establish current program status or eligibility, and it is not advice.
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