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Fuel shortages continue despite adequate reserves
Gary Boyle, Published on 20/03/2026
» Fuel remains scarce at many service stations across Thailand, even though reserves are more than adequate, amid continuing problems with delivery and unusually high demand, officials said on Thursday.
BMW faces flat sales amid rising oil prices
Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 20/03/2026
» Rising crude oil price volatility, fuelled by escalating tensions between the US and Iran, is threatening to stall Thailand's automotive recovery, with luxury car sales projected to remain flat this year, according to BMW Group Thailand.
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).
Penalties vowed for gas gouging
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 20/03/2026
» Caretaker energy minister Auttapol Rerkpiboon has vowed to take action against petrol station operators who charge prices that exceed government-regulated, subsidised levels, while pledging to intensify efforts to ensure smooth oil distribution nationwide.
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.
Primus invests B120m to launch Zeekr flagship on Ratchaphruek
Published on 19/03/2026
» Primus Group continues its strong momentum, capitalising on the rapid growth of Thailand’s electric vehicle (EV) market. The company has invested over 120 million baht to launch “Zeekr House Primus,” a new flagship showroom on Ratchaphruek Road, while also preparing to expand into Northern Thailand with a new showroom in Chiang Mai, targeting the premium EV segment.
Dairy farmers decry school‑milk quota cut
Published on 19/03/2026
» More than 1,000 dairy farmers rallied at the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives on Thursday to oppose a draft rule cutting school‑milk quotas for the private sector, saying the move is unfair and threatens their livelihoods.
Fuel shortages persist despite adequate reserves
Post Reporters, Published on 19/03/2026
» Fuel remains scarce at many service stations across Thailand, even though reserves are more than adequate, amid continuing problems with delivery bottlenecks and unusually high demand, officials said on Thursday.