Surapong: Anti-recession measures will not affect coffer

Surapong expressed concern over the impact of the skyrocketing oil price to the economy in the later half of the year. He said the government must bring up the measures to restore the economy sooner than earlier scheduled to boost investors' confidence and prevent the economy from slipping into a recession.

The measures which will include tax reductions on oil and distributing coupons to the poor will be broadcast live after the Cabinet meeting tomorrow.