- Major political parties in Thailand oppose the proposed VAT increase, citing concerns over economic burdens on households and businesses.
- The government plans to raise VAT from 7% to 8.5% by 2028 and to 10% by 2030.
- The Democrat Party supports increasing corporate tax to 25% and raising the personal income tax exemption threshold, but opposes a VAT hike under current conditions.
- The People’s Party wants VAT increases only after economic recovery and proposes raising the SME VAT registration threshold.
- Pheu Thai opposes the VAT rise, suggesting that expanding the tax base and achieving 3% economic growth could generate more revenue.
Source: bangkokpost.com
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