BANGKOK (Reuters) - Seven Thai airlines are seeking a combined 24 billion baht (US$770 million) in low interest loans and other support measures, the government said on Friday, joining carriers across the world in requesting state help to weather the coronavirus crisis.
Airline executives made the request to Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha, aiming to maintain liquidity and avoid layoffs, the government said in a statement.
"The government will consider the requests from the airlines and find ways to support operations, including unlocking air travel, and boost domestic tourism," Prayuth said.
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