Rising Above the Floods: Pae Thongtarn Takes Charge in Chiang Rai, Unites with Pichai to Boost Economy

At Military Airport 2, Wing 6 (Bon. 6), Mrs.Pae Thongthan Shinawatra Prime Minister delivers consumer goods and cleaning equipment received from the private sector and various agencies As part of the project “Synchronize Power, Synchronize Heart” to deliver to the people. Victims of the disaster in Chiang Rai Province By Air Force plane (C130) with Mr. Phumtham Wechayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, Mr. Chusak Sirinil, Minister assigned to the Prime Minister’s Office, Air Force, Royal Thai Armed Forces Headquarters. Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Participate in the delivery of items to flood victims.

On this occasion, the Prime Minister attended the delivery of consumer goods. and cleaning equipment received from the private sector and various agencies Under the project “Synchronize Power, Synchronize Heart” to deliver to the victims of the disaster in Chiang Rai Province. Today will be transported on an Air Force C130 plane to be transported to the area, with the Prime Minister bringing personal items to reach. to donate to the flood victims, including brooms, water buckets, shovels, floor brushes Including children’s clothes of Miss Thitarn Suksawat and Miss Pruethasin Suksawat.

The Prime Minister gives an interview to the media About bringing clothes to donate this time, that last Saturday and Sunday the children were able to help each other in choosing Which clothes are too small? Because when you go to Chiang Rai province I saw a pregnant woman and many children playing. So I think children’s clothes are something that is missing. There are also essential items such as brooms and shovels.

Regarding the progress in removing mud from houses, the Prime Minister assigned tasks General Teerayut Jinhirun, commander of the Armed Forces Development Command It is in return that in the situation of removing mud, we start from the main path first. After that, the car will start to be brought to the area. to enter each house Because at this time there is mud in each house. The height of the water was about 1-2 meters and it was necessary to clear the path first in order to remove people’s houses.

While the Prime Minister added: In the main drain section Let’s first clarify a little. Because if the mud that gets in there hardens, it will block everything and make cleaning impossible. While various houses There are already officials going in. Now the work must be divided in each sector to know who does what. distribute aid widely

The reporter asked if there was a framework for removing all the soil from people’s homes. When will it be completed. The Prime Minister said he really wants this to happen as soon as possible. And I have to look at the construction site too, I don’t want to promise how much. But I will do it as quickly as possible. as quickly as possible because it is really suffering. Ready to emphasize that the cloning issue must be fast. Because if you wait, it will become dry, hard and more difficult to remove. But in various areas Where there was a flood, we have not withdrawn forces. In case of a repeat storm, help will be available. Both the northern and north-eastern region. In addition, continuous meetings have been held, as the NCPO has been established. There is also a meeting every day at 9:00 which he will attend next week.

Prime Minister He also said The Supreme Commander Received a high-pressure water sprayer from His Majesty the King. Her Majesty the Queen, a total of 100 pieces, very good equipment. Join forces again this time to help the flood victims.

As for the matterhealWill there be further adjustments to the criteria? Because flood victims Some houses have received damages of millions of baht. The prime minister said. Regarding previous remedies We once received compensation of more than 200,000 baht. We had to consider the details again. But initially the compensation must be received first according to the first criteria. Then the criteria will be considered again. Because I don’t want you to wait for everything at once. This will cause villagers to have no money to repair their homes.

The reporter also asked: Have the remedies of the first rule of thumb been paid gradually? The Prime Minister said that some steps have already been taken. The details have returned, while some are still waiting to be explored. If there is confirmation, you can pay immediately.

The Prime Minister reiterated this The first criterion has already been to assess the damage. since last week The payment will be divided into two lump sums. The first is the original criteria. which will be gradually paid into the hands of the villagers The second part will be the new criteria that the NCPO is currently evaluating. Because if you have to wait for a new frame The money will not reach the villagers yet. The emphasis now is on speed. Since suffering is measured in days and hours, we want to take every measure as quickly as possible. Including other assistance to alleviate the suffering as quickly as possible

Journalists have repeatedly asked when the new framework will be made clear. The Prime Minister said that it will be as close to clear as possible first. Because at the moment I have not spoken to the other people involved. This Monday there will be a meeting on this issue.

After this, there will bestimulate the economyWhat is the situation, especially in the disaster-stricken areas? The Prime Minister said Before the initial economic stimulus was given, there was a discussion with Mr.Pichai Naripthaphan The Minister of Commerce requests itSet the priceProducts, because it’s not like there’s a crisis and the prices of products suddenly go up. The villagers couldn’t stand it. As for stimulating the economy, there are plans. Including the issue of tourism. And there are many other plans. It was discussed a little while ago Ask for help and care first.

The reporter asked what was starting to happen at this point. Seize the opportunityIncrease the price of soil transportation Some private How will the legislation be implemented? The Prime Minister said that we will not talk to the private sector. in its business matters But we have brought our private sector to help us fully. The matter may not be the responsibility of the government. And this matter must be discussed separately. But I would like to ask for publicity. Who wants to help our brothers and sisters in Chiang Rai? About excavation About water and cleaning And anyone who has a volunteer spirit can join. Because we have a lot of equipment and tools now. About anyone’s business, we would like not to interfere. Because it is considered a different matter. But if anyone wants to volunteer, we are happy and ready to welcome them.