The articles discuss the economic impact of illegal livestock smuggling, particularly pork, on Thailand's economy, and its effect on inflation. The Bank of Thailand's economic growth forecasts are criticized for not considering these factors. There is disagreement between the business sector and the government over the decision to maintain the policy interest rate at 2.50%. The articles also highlight the challenges faced by pig farmers due to rising interest rates and production costs, and the impact on the purchasing power of the public sector. Concerns are raised over the government's disregard for pig farmers and the potential negative impact on the Thai economy. The authors predict an oversupply of pork in the market in 2024 due to increased farming post the African Swine Fever outbreak.