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AIA delivered record results in 2025
Published on 20/03/2026
» Hong Kong, 19 March 2026 – The Board of AIA Group Limited (the “Company”) is pleased to announce the Group’s financial results for the year ended 31 December 2025. Growth rates are shown on a constant exchange rate basis unless otherwise stated:
Italy, Germany and France offer help with Hormuz only after ceasefire
AFP, Published on 20/03/2026
» LONDON - Six major international powers said Thursday they were ready "to contribute to" ensuring safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, though three stressed that any initiative would take place post-ceasefire.
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.
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.
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.
Analysts warn of war's impact on sector
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 19/03/2026
» Thai banks risk realising negative impacts from the US-Israeli military strikes on Iran, especially if oil prices remain above US$100 per barrel, potentially forcing them to set aside extra provisions or expected credit losses for management overlay from the conflicts, say analysts.
XCL Education enters Thailand’s Eastern Economic Corridor with Mooltripakdee partnership
Published on 18/03/2026
» SINGAPORE — XCL Education ("XCL"), one of Southeast Asia's leading K-12 education platforms, has entered a strategic partnership with Mooltripakdee International School (MIS) in Chon Buri province, Thailand — marking a decisive entry into the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), one of the region's rapidly developing economic zones.
PTTEP to Launch AAA-Rated USD & THB Debentures
Published on 18/03/2026
» Bangkok, 18 March 2026 – PTTEP plans to issue new debentures in two currencies: Digital USD Debentures, marking Asia’s first fully digital USD-denominated debenture offering for retail investors via the Pao Tang application, and THB Debentures tailored for institutional and high-net-worth investors. The issuance aims to broaden investment opportunities in a company with strong and sustainable growth potential, underscored by the highest “AAA” credit rating from TRIS Rating. The debentures are expected to be offered by the second quarter of 2026.
'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.