New Bangkok street vending rules limit stalls to low-income Thais

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New Bangkok street vending rules limit stalls to low-income Thais

Bangkok’s new regulations restrict street vending to low-income Thais, excluding migrant workers from the sector. To qualify, vendors must hold government welfare cards, be repaying National Housing Authority properties, and earn less than 300,000 baht annually after expenses. The rules aim to support low-income citizens and improve public spaces, requiring vendors to maintain clear pedestrian walkways and adhere to public health standards. Stalls are limited in size and must follow safety guidelines. While some applaud the move, others criticize it, raising concerns about the future of Bangkok’s street vending culture.