it’s called an emergency fund, common sense from Thai government. If you need emergency treatment in Thailand try telling the hospital about your liquid assets and investments.
I’m not American but any man who was almost assassinated and fist pumps the air is a great leader in my opinion. Will be proud to have Donald Trump as the leader of the free world..
Like paying 5000 baht to an agent to open a thai bank account can save millions of baht over your life time. You need to see the bigger picture if you want to be an expat.