Deputy PM Ekniti says the Finance Ministry is rushing to decide whether to extend the Thai Chuay Thai Plus (60/40) phase 2 scheme, with a conclusion expected by end-September 2026. Around 40 million people (26 million on the scheme plus 13 million on state welfare cards) are eligible, and about 1.2 million shops take part, with roughly 150 billion baht in spending. Traders want an extra 1-2 months. If you are a participating shop, keep enrolment and sales records ready and watch for the decision and any change in the subsidy format.