Goal 10: Reduce Inequality Within and Among Countries
Thailand faces inequality problems in multiple dimensions, such as income, wealth, opportunities to access government welfare, infrastructure, essential funding and resources, as well as justice processes, which are significant obstacles to national development. Inequality has therefore become a critical issue that must be addressed, particularly in an era when the global economy is rapidly changing due to technological advancement and innovation, resulting in increased inequality among social groups. The inequality situation in Thailand during 2016-2019 showed a declining trend, especially income inequality. Per capita income of the bottom 40% of the population increased, reducing the income gap. However, wealth inequality remains at a high level, as there has been no comprehensive tax system reform to address this issue. The government has implemented projects and social welfare programs such as newborn child allowances, state welfare cards, elderly and disability allowances, as well as relief measures for those affected by COVID-19 to increase equal opportunities in society.
Sub-target 10.1
Achieve progressive and sustainable income growth for the bottom 40% of the population at a rate higher than the national average by 2030
Sub-target 10.2
Empower and promote social, economic and political inclusion for all, regardless of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion or economic status by 2030
Sub-target 10.3
Ensure equal opportunity and reduce inequalities of outcome by eliminating discriminatory laws, policies and practices and promoting appropriate legislation, policies and action
Sub-target 10.4
Adopt policies, especially fiscal, wage and social protection policies, and progressively achieve greater equality
Sub-target 10.5
Improve the regulation and monitoring of global financial markets and institutions and strengthen the implementation of such regulations
Sub-target 10.6
Ensure enhanced representation and voice for developing countries in decision-making in global international economic and financial institutions in order to deliver more effective, credible, accountable and legitimate institutions
Sub-target 10.7
Facilitate orderly, safe, regular and responsible migration and mobility of people through the implementation of planned and well-managed migration policies
Sub-target 10.A
Implement the principle of special and differential treatment (S&D) for developing countries, in particular least developed countries, in accordance with World Trade Organization agreements
Sub-target 10.B
Encourage official development assistance (ODA) and financial flows to states where the need is greatest, in particular least developed countries, African countries, small island developing states and landlocked developing countries, in accordance with their national plans and programmes
Sub-target 10.C
Reduce transaction costs of migrant remittances to less than 3% and eliminate remittance corridors with costs higher than 5% by 2030
