Thai Commerce Ministry Dispatches Mobile Vans to Sell Affordable Goods to Bangkok Residents, Easing Cost of Living Burden
The Thai Ministry of Commerce has launched a program deploying mobile vans to sell affordable goods to residents of Bangkok affected by floods. This initiative aims to alleviate the cost of living burden and support recovery efforts for citizens grappling with rising prices.
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