Thai Government Allocates 2 Billion Baht for Flood Relief Amidst Estimated 12.28 Billion Baht in Economic Losses

Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister, Ekniti Nitithanprapas, announced an immediate allocation of 2 billion Baht from the fiscal year 2026 emergency fund to provide relief for flood victims. This comes as severe flooding across Bangkok and 26 other provinces is estimated to have caused 12.28 billion Baht in economic losses between September 25 and September 29, 2026. The total economic impact could range from 5.89 billion to 20.63 billion Baht, depending on the duration and extent of business disruptions.