Bangkok: The government has announced an extension for merchant registration as part of the "Half Half Plus" project, with the Prime Minister's Office Spokesperson, Siripong Angkasakulkiat, revealing that 587,810 merchants have already registered. This includes 486,513 merchants who have successfully completed the registration process. Merchants are invited to register until December 19, 2025, with restaurants and beverage shops able to link to food delivery platforms starting November 3, 2025.
According to Thai News Agency, the 20 million Pao Tang app registrants will be able to begin spending through the app starting tomorrow. The first use of the spending rights must occur by November 11, 2025. Users interested in ordering food and drinks via the Food Delivery Platform can do so through the Pao Tang app from November 7, 2025, until the program concludes.
To facilitate spending, individuals must use the G Wallet on the Pao Tang app to pay for goods and services at participating Thung Ngern merchants under the terms and conditions of the Half Half Plus project. The process to top up the G Wallet involves accessing the Paotang app, selecting the "Top up G Wallet" option, and choosing one of four methods: Mobile Banking, a Krungthai Bank account linked to the Paotang app, QR PromptPay, or ATMs of several major banks.
Mr. Siripong also extended an invitation to vendors, massage shops, spas, and public transportation service providers to join the Half Half Plus program. The initiative aims to boost their income and offers an opportunity to participate in Phase 2, which focuses on upskilling and reskilling businesses. This phase aims to enhance trading skills, reduce costs, and leverage digital technology for business operations, aligning with the government's policy on providing comprehensive economic stimulus.