Shop Thai Products at District Offices Every Friday Throughout May
Government is selling discounted Thai products at district offices every Friday in May, offering essential goods like detergent, rice and cooking oil at up to 58% below market prices to help residents cope with rising living costs.
The government has launched 'Thai Helping Thai' product sales points at district offices throughout the country every Friday in May, allowing residents easy access to discounted goods without having to travel to large shopping centers.
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Interior Minister revealed the initiative after inspecting the launch of the 'Thai Helping Thai' cost-of-living relief program at Bang Yai City Market's dome building in Nonthaburi province. This marks the first time district offices nationwide are being utilized as distribution points to help ease the rising cost of living and represents a new approach to product distribution.
According to Anutin, the program integrates cooperation between the Interior Ministry, Commerce Ministry, private sector, wholesale and retail chains, manufacturers and distributors who will sell house brand products and promotional items at district offices with discounts up to 58% below market prices. The selected products include essential daily consumer goods divided into two categories: consumer products such as soap, shampoo and laundry detergent; and food items including rice, sugar, cooking oil and seasonings totaling over 3,000 items. The program also includes OTOP and community products such as food, processed agricultural goods, clothing and prepared products.
"Our survey found that the most popular items purchased are essential consumer goods, particularly laundry detergent, rice and cooking oil, which are continuously used in every household and are priced significantly below market rates," Anutin stated.
Deputy Prime Minister and Commerce Minister Supachee Suthammanpunt said the program will expand further and increase product variety to meet public demand while supporting local income generation. The government plans to soon launch SME products on online platforms for over 2,000 merchants to increase sales channels and stimulate grassroots economics. This approach not only provides short-term relief but also strengthens Thailand's economic system through public-private cooperation.
Since the program's launch on April 1 at Government House, multiple private sector organizations have expressed interest in supporting the initiative. The government invites the public to purchase 'Thai Helping Thai' products at their nearest district office on Fridays, May 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2025 (five occasions total) from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Products are also available at local wholesale retailers and modern retail chains nationwide. This initiative aims to ensure equity and equal access to affordable, quality products in line with government policy.
