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BTS to drop new album ahead of comeback mega-gig
AFP, Published on 20/03/2026
» SEOUL — Korean pop (K-pop) megastars BTS release a new album on Friday a day ahead of a huge comeback concert in Seoul, a record billed as reflecting the maturing boy band's "beginnings and identity".
Insurers look to manage risk from Middle East conflict
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 20/03/2026
» Insurance companies have taken steps to cautiously manage their risk exposure amid intensifying conflicts in the Middle East, which has resulted in the cost of war insurance coverage for ships in the Gulf region to reach "unprecedented levels".
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).
Impacts of Iran war on Southeast Asia
Oped, Thitinan Pongsudhirak, Published on 20/03/2026
» For the most part, Southeast Asia as a region has taken a neutral stance toward the joint attack between the United States and Israel against the Islamic Republic of Iran. Even the Philippines and Thailand, two formal US treaty allies, have distanced themselves, calling for restraint and de-escalation.
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.
Stricter checks for 5-million-baht withdrawals from April 1
Online Reporters, Published on 19/03/2026
» Financial institutions in Thailand will designate any cash withdrawal of 5 million baht or more in a single day as a high‑risk transaction from April 1, 2026, with customers required to provide clear explanations and supporting documents on the source and purpose of the funds.
China cutting back fertiliser exports
Published on 19/03/2026
» China is clamping down on fertiliser exports to protect its domestic market, industry sources say, putting an additional strain on global markets already grappling with shortages caused by the US-Israeli war on Iran.
Global oil prices may exceed USD 100 soon, cutting Thailand’s 2026 GDP by 0.2–0.7%
Published on 19/03/2026
» KASIKORN RESEARCH CENTER (KResearch) expects the potentially prolonged conflict in the Middle East to keep oil prices above USD 100 per barrel over the coming months. This would put pressure on the Thai economy and push inflation towards the upper bound of the Bank of Thailand’s (BOT) inflation target range.
Anutin returns to power with broad backing
Published on 19/03/2026
» Weeks before the Feb 8 general election, Anutin Charnvirakul stood at a rally in Bangkok and declared that his Bhumjaithai Party should be the automatic choice for any patriotic Thai.
A Timeless Culinary Voyage: basil Celebrates 30 Years with Blue Elephant
Published on 19/03/2026
» Bangkok, Thailand — To mark three decades of culinary excellence, basil at Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit, a Luxury Collection Hotel, presents an extraordinary one-night dinner titled “Bangkok: A Timeless Culinary Voyage – From Royal Heritage to Modern Bangkok”. Created in collaboration with Blue Elephant, the event takes place on March 27 and is priced at 2,800++ baht per person.