Office, The Prime Minister reveals that the Cabinet has resolved to solve the drought – fisheries – cope with the rainy season, supporting tourism in secondary cities.
Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister, announced the resolution of the Cabinet (Cabinet) meeting that as has been set for June 5 of every year. It is World Environment Day. Today, the focus is on restoring land. and desertification recovering from drought Ask the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment to provide knowledge to all sectors regarding land restoration. which can solve the problem of land degradation Help people live better lives, reduce poverty, and build resilience to climate change. Increase space for carbon storage and reduce the impact of climate change and environment Including reducing the risk of drought, emphasizing that this matter is important.
The Prime Minister also said that the Cabinet approved the tax measures and approved in principle the drafting of relevant laws regarding tax measures to support domestic to
urism. To determine the use of tax benefits for natural persons and companies or juristic partnerships. and organizing training seminars in secondary tourist provinces and other tourist provinces within the country during the low season From May to November as proposed by the Ministry of Finance and would like to send it to the Council of State Consider it as an urgent matter, emphasizing that the government places considerable importance on tourism. and push the economy further Yesterday (June 3), I had a meeting with relevant agencies. About supporting secondary cities There is coordination to organize Festivals in secondary cities during low season Including coordinating with the MPs. in the area that there are good things in the area Coordinate with the Ministry of Tourism and Sports to promote and stimulate the economy. by the Ministry of Finance It is estimated that approximately 1,500 million baht will be paid in taxes and is confident that if we help fully, Regarding supporting secondary cities, they
will be able to make more money.
In addition, the Cabinet acknowledged the matter of the special committee considering amendments to the fisheries law. in order to be appropriate and be fair to those engaged in fishing throughout the system, such as setting up a one stop service center for the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives To be considered together with relevant agencies for submission to the Cabinet.
The Prime Minister further said that the Cabinet has acknowledged the Special Committee of the House of Representatives’ proposal to study transportation infrastructure. To develop an economic corridor linking the Gulf of Thailand and Andaman or Land Bridge. with environmental proposals and expropriation of land Technological dimension to increase efficiency as well as security By asking the Ministry of Transport Receive proposals for consideration with relevant agencies and submit them to the Cabinet.
In addition, the Cabinet acknowledged that the National Water Resources Board proposed measures t
o deal with the 2024 rainy season and a project to increase the efficiency of water management in this year’s rainy season. and water management in the dry season to protect it well In order not to cause danger to the people and industries throughout the country and supports foreign investment Including preserving the ecosystem.
Source: Thai News Agency