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Thailand Revises Welfare Eligibility After Backlash

Thailand to Revisit Welfare Eligibility After Backlash Over Cuts The Thai government's welfare card program has come under fire for rejecting nearly 9 million applicants out of 18.

8 million, sparking widespread criticism and raising questions about the accuracy of official records. Vehicle ownership has emerged as a key factor in rejections, with around 40% of appeals related to cars.

The exclusion of old vehicles from assessments is a step forward, but it doesn't address the broader issue of how welfare eligibility is determined.

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