Lots of shortcuts in safety within the Thai culture. No one would argue that. But I wouldn't think it would be that much of a concern. Every airline plays the same games.
But, back to the subject of your question, it depends on your flying patterns, and things like cabin class, and frequent flyer tier that you'd be likely to obtain.
The great thing is that you can fly Thai and choose the loyalty program that suits your individual needs. Maybe best to switch to a thread based on that topic, while leaving this thread for the DREADFUL progress since the first announcement..
Funny that I was slammed for my scepticism. I wonder if they'll revive this failed program for the 1 year aniversary of the initial announcement.

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