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Iranian drone strike on Azerbaijan raises new fears
AFP, Published on 06/03/2026
» BAKU - Iranian drone strikes on Azerbaijan have raised fears that the Middle East war could spill into the Caucasus, as Baku, an ally of Israel, vows to respond.
Poll finds strong opposition to tainted ministers
Post Reporters, Published on 06/03/2026
» Nearly half of Thais reject the idea of having cabinet ministers with records of corruption, according to a new poll highlighting strong public demand for integrity and competence in government.
Thai oil retailers baulk at order to triple reserves
Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 06/03/2026
» Thailand’s major oil retailers disagree with a government order for them to triple their reserves to ensure a sufficient supply for motorists during the war in the Middle East.
Asia’s options to diversify energy sources limited
Published on 06/03/2026
» SINGAPORE - Asian energy buyers are scrambling to find alternatives as the Iran war creates unprecedented supply disruption, but the region has limited longer-term options to reduce its heavy reliance on Middle Eastern oil.
Kao’s Laurier Launches New Brand Communication Initiative across Asia
Published on 06/03/2026
» Starting on March 8, Women’s Day, the Kao Corporation will launch a new brand communication campaign in nine Asian countries and regions for its feminine sanitary product brand, Laurier, which is the core of its Asian business.
Youth increasingly targeted as scammers deploy new fear‑based tactics
Online Reporters, Published on 06/03/2026
» Criminal networks are intensifying their focus on young people, using increasingly sophisticated online tactics to extort money, lure victims into criminal schemes and, in some cases, facilitate cross‑border trafficking, the Anti‑Cyber Scam Centre (ACSC) has warned.
Nissan Thailand to Debut New Locally Produced e-POWER Model at 2026 Motor Show
Published on 06/03/2026
» Bangkok, Thailand (5 March 2026) - Nissan Thailand is set to introduce its all-new, locally produced ePOWER model at the 2026 Bangkok International Motor Show, marking the latest expansion of Nissan’s electrified portfolio in the region. Developed specifically to meet the performance expectations, driving conditions, and lifestyle needs of customers in Thailand and ASEAN, the new model features Nissan’s ePOWER technology, bold SUVinspired design, and advanced safety and connectivity features. Produced at the Nissan Thailand Plant, it underscores the company’s commitment to strengthening local manufacturing and delivering electrified products tailored to the Southeast Asian market.
Thailand sets up centre to handle Middle East crisis
Online Reporters, Published on 06/03/2026
» Caretaker Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has set up a 17-member centre to minitor the situation in the Middle East and offer advise to mitigate impacts from the US-Israeli war against Iran.
Trump urges Iranian Kurds to attack Iran as war widens
Published on 06/03/2026
» DUBAI/WASHINGTON - US President Donald Trump encouraged Iranian Kurdish forces in Iraq to launch attacks against Iran as the Middle East conflict widened, with Azerbaijan warning it would retaliate for being targeted by Iranian missiles.
Gulf carriers resume limited flights, but missile fire fuels uncertainty
Published on 06/03/2026
» HONG KONG - Emirates and Etihad Airways were resuming limited flight schedules to key global cities from their United Arab Emirates hubs on Friday, though the ongoing threat of missile fire piled pressure on airlines as they scramble to accommodate travellers.