Bangkok, A government spokesperson responds after being criticized that the draft Budget Act 67 is not different from the original draft at the end of the government. ‘Gen. Prayut’ asked if anyone had ever seen the original draft, pointing out that the government prepared it in a timely manner – with a binding budget. Emphasize effective use
Mr. Chai Watcharong, Spokesman of the Prime Minister’s Office Revealing the case that there is criticism of this government not accepting the original 2024 Budget Expenditure Act that Gen. Prayut Chan-o-cha’s government made, we would like to clarify that the 2024 Budget Expenditure Act, the version at the end of the government Gen. Prayut has done it before being presented with a budget framework for the Cabinet. Consider and approve only once. The details have never been presented to the Cabinet or the Council or the public before.
Mr. Chai said that therefore the opposition is good. Academics or critics have come out to criticize this government for not accepting th
e original draft drafted by the government. Gen. Prayut made it and would like to take it back and revise it. To be consistent with government policy As a result, the process of considering the budget for 2024 started counting 3-4 months late, but in the end it was produced and is no different from the government’s draft. Gen. Prayut did it and accused this of causing the nation and the people to lose the opportunity to use the 2024 budget, which was delayed until May of next year.
‘The question is, since no one has ever seen a government draft? Gen. Prayut Loei, then what can we compare with that this draft of government is not different from the version of the late Uncle Tu’s government in any way? What did you say?’ said a spokesman for the Prime Minister’s Office.
Mr. Chai also reiterated the clarification of Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance. To the council meeting Regarding the preparation of the annual expenditure budget for 2024, with a total amount of 3.48 trillion baht, t
hat although the preparation of the budget Will be prepared under urgent time. There is a budget commitment that this government must take care of fairly. and has a limited amount But the government continues to focus on making people’s lives better. Through making policies that cover the economy, society, and politics, both short-term policies and long-term policy The Prime Minister is confident Even though there is only a short time left to spend the 2024 budget, this government will use the budget efficiently. Use it wisely Use with purpose To be worth every baht of the taxpayer’s money, every satang.
Source: Thai News Agency