"Sin taxes" to aid anti-drinking campaign

 He said that due to the increases in beer excise taxes, the government should earn additional Bt8 billion per annum, with additional Bt3-Bt4 billion from the higher excise taxes on blended whisky and white spirit.

 He added that the government's decision to raise taxes did not involve wine and imported whisky because the products are subjected to the maximum rates.

 Each year, the government spends Bt111 billion to treat victims who suffer from alcohol-related diseases or drinking-involved accidents.