Thailand mulls launching regional lottery to aid disaster-hit neighbors

It’s for the greater good.

The government of Thailand is weighing on the possibility of launching a lottery to help disaster-hit member countries of the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC), local media reported.

According to the Bangkok Post, the lottery, if it pushes through, will feature jackpot prizes similar to lotteries in western countries. The tickets will be sold in all AEC member countries.

Apirat Kongsompong, chairman of the Government Lottery Office (GLO) board, told the news outlet “the proceeds may be used to help member countries when disasters strike.”