Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin said that his government has implemented medium and long-term policies to build the foundations of a better future for Thai children after nine years of what he described as lost opportunities.

In his New Year’s speech, the prime minister said that Thailand is currently recovering, both economically and socially, and he is addressing the hardships of the Thai people by rolling out numerous urgent measures to reduce the cost of living, increase incomes, expand opportunities and stimulate the economy.

He said that his government’s efforts will not, however, be successful without the cooperation of all parties concerned in both the private and public sectors.

The prime minister thanked civil servants, the police, military personnel and all volunteers for their efforts to relieve hardships resulting from numerous disasters in the past year.

Then he wished all Thai people a Happy New Year and urged them to express their good wishes to members of the Royal Family.