Pakistan, July 29 -- Thailand has estimated over $300 million in initial damages after five days of intense border fighting with Cambodia. The costs include destroyed property, emergency evacuations, and disrupted trade. Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira said the final economic impact may be even higher. The government has already planned a relief budget of 25 billion baht ($771 million) to help affected areas recover quickly.

To support people and businesses, the Thai finance ministry introduced multiple relief measures. These include loan repayment delays, low-interest financing, refinancing plans, and fee exemptions through state-run banks. Tax support is also available-people can now delay tax payments until September and claim de...