Permanent Secretary of the Interior reveals progress in solving the problem of informal debt. The operation was completed nationwide for 135,741 cases, with the debt amount reduced by 1,140.296 million baht. All provinces were urged to expeditely resolve the problem of informal debt continuously in all cases and fairly. Ready to integrate network partners to improve the quality of life of debtors in every dimension. Today (May 5, 2024) Mr. Suthipong Chulcharoen, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, revealed that the Ministry of Interior has opened registration for citizens who wish to have the government help solve the problem of informal debt in accordance with government policy. With a total of 153,400 people registering, the Ministry of Interior has informed all provinces and districts to continue solving the problem of informal debt by inviting creditors and debtors to enter into the debt mediation process. At 3:00 p.m., the Bureau of Investigation and Legal Affairs, Department of Provincial Administration, has reported progress in solving the problem of informal debt throughout the country. There are 135,741 debtors whose debts have been completed, with a total debt reduction of 1,140.296 million baht, with 17,659 remaining who are undergoing the mediation process. Currently, the officials have invited creditors and debtors to meet and talk. In order to successfully solve the problem of informal debt throughout the entire process, there are also cases where creditors and debtors wish for officials to forward the matter to investigators at local police stations for prosecution in 420 cases. 'About solving the problem of informal debt problems throughout the country. As for the operation that has been completed, There are cases where debtors and creditors voluntarily enter into the government process. Some of them have been agreed upon by both parties. Some of them wish to request assistance in additional careers. or a source of low-interest loans for employment Including criminal prosecution and entering the justice process. Another case is that the creditor does not voluntarily enter into the government process. Therefore, I would like to ask all provinces that are in the process of doing this. Has been integrated with network partner agencies Expedite creditors and debtors to enter into the mediation negotiation process. To enable registered informal debtors to receive help and solve their informal debt problems completely, quickly and fairly by organizing activities. 'Debt solution market' continues Along with public relations, inviting citizens who are interested to join the activity. To promote and develop the quality of life, reduce expenses, increase income, expand opportunities, including the opportunity to access funding sources from government financial institutions. In order not to return to the cycle of informal debt again. The Ministry of Interior has determined that all provinces will complete informal debt mediation by May 31, 2024,' said Mr. Suthipong. Mr. Suthiphong Chulcharoen, Per manent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior Added that Even though registration for resolving problems with informal debt has already been closed. But the process of reconciling debt and improving the quality of life of the people has not yet been completed. Ask the provincial governor and district chief to carry out public relations. Campaign to create awareness for citizens who are suffering from debt problems outside the system or other problems that cannot be resolved on their own. and need help from the government Can be contacted through the Damrongtham Center, Ministry of Interior. Both the Provincial Damrongtham Center Damrongtham District Center or at the Damrongtham Center hotline, call 1567, available 24 hours a day. There will be service staff to help the people,' Mr. Suthiphong said. added . Source: Thai News Agency