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Global economy under 'major threat' from Strait of Hormuz crisis: IEA chief
AFP, Published on 23/03/2026
» SYDNEY - The global economy is under "major threat" from the energy crisis caused by the Middle East war and "no country will be immune" to its effects, International Energy Agency chief Fatih Birol said on Monday.
Fuel panic spreads as pumps run dry
Business, Published on 23/03/2026
» Long queues at petrol stations across Thailand and "out of fuel" signs for diesel, the backbone of the transport sector, have raised public concern over the past week about the country's ability to manage energy reserves.
Ministry eyes oil excise tax trims
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 23/03/2026
» The Finance Ministry is weighing the extent of potential oil tax cuts to keep retail fuel prices at a level the economy can absorb, while also avoiding excessive impact on government revenue.
Authorities step up fuel inspections
News, Post Reporters, Published on 23/03/2026
» Authorities have intensified inspections across land and maritime routes, tightening scrutiny of oil transport records, storage facilities and distribution networks to curb illicit fuel activities and safeguard national energy security.
Energy woes 'will escalate'
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 22/03/2026
» Political figures from across Thailand's spectrum, along with consumer advocates, are urging the government to move beyond routine fuel-price management and prepare for a full-blown energy crisis.
Baht may fall to 35 per dollar if war persists
Business, Published on 20/03/2026
» The baht is expected to weaken to 34-35 to the US dollar if the Middle East conflict drags on for two months, pushing oil prices above US$100 per barrel, according to Kasikorn Research Center (K-Research).
Trump may push Japan for help with Iran war in White House meeting
Reuters, Published on 19/03/2026
» WASHINGTON - United States President Donald Trump may use a White House meeting with Japan’s prime minister on Thursday to press for help in the war on Iran, placing Sanae Takaichi in an awkward position as Tokyo weighs how much support it can provide.
Inflation-hit Bangkok Bank customers offered assistance
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 19/03/2026
» Bangkok Bank (BBL) is monitoring the impact of rising energy and raw material costs on its customers and is ready to extend financial support, says president Chartsiri Sophonpanich.
'We will wait for each one': Ukrainians greet POWs with tears and cheers
AFP, Published on 18/03/2026
» UNDISCLOSED (UKRAINE) - Larysa Gladka was among hundreds of Ukrainians lining the road stretching towards the northern border, holding flags as they anxiously fixed their gaze at the horizon.