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Anutin says coalition complete, rules out Klatham, Democrats
Published on 12/03/2026
» Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has confirmed that the government coalition lineup has been finalised, with the main partners being the Bhumjaithai Party and the Pheu Thai Party, along with several smaller parties.
Democrats urge use of high refining margins to bolster oil fund
Online Reporters, Published on 12/03/2026
» The Democrat Party has called on the government to divert windfall refining profits into the Oil Fuel Fund, warning that relying on subsidies of nearly 16 baht a litre to cap diesel prices risks shifting the burden onto the taxpaying public.
Battery tax proposal to bolster competitiveness
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 12/03/2026
» A new battery tax structure is expected to help strengthen Thailand's competitiveness in the energy storage industry, according to the Excise Department chief.
Democrats 'will not join government coalition'
News, Post Reporters, Published on 12/03/2026
» Democrat leader Abhisit Vejjajiva on Wednesday confirmed the party has not been invited to join the new government being formed and would instead serve in the opposition.
Phuket stands at a tourism crossroads
Oped, Published on 12/03/2026
» Phuket has long stood as one of Asia's most celebrated destinations. Framed by the Andaman Sea, its turquoise waters, rich cultural fabric and globally recognised hospitality have attracted millions of visitors for decades. Tourism accounts for approximately 95% of the province's economy, generating more than 500 billion baht annually from over 14 million Thai and international travellers. With around 1,500 registered hotels and more than 100,000 rooms, the island is undeniably a cornerstone of Thailand's tourism industry.
Thai oil fund spending B1 billion a day on subsidies
Published on 11/03/2026
» The Thai government is widening efforts to curb demand for fuel, as it burns through cash fighting to keep domestic diesel prices artificially low amid surging global energy costs.
Commerce minister urges calm amid Mideast‑driven price worries
Online Reporters, Published on 11/03/2026
» Caretaker Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun has called on the public not to panic over the impact of the Middle East conflict on consumer goods and energy prices, insisting the government has contingency plans in place to cushion any economic fallout.
Night closures of petrol stations planned, not yet enforced
Published on 11/03/2026
» The government plans to close petrol stations at late-night hours only in a worst-case scenario stemming from the Middle East war, as the present situation is not critical enough to justify such a measure, the Department of Energy Business reported.
Thailand's new parliament to open this weekend
Reuters, Published on 11/03/2026
» Thailand's new parliament will hold its opening ceremony on March 14 following last month's election, a Royal Gazette announcement said on Wednesday.
Klatham expects an opposition role
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 11/03/2026
» The Klatham Party has admitted it is unlikely to be invited to join the next government, with party leaders saying political silence from the leading coalition camp suggests their role will probably be in the opposition.