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Cubans ready for Russian oil but some say not enough
AFP, Published on 31/03/2026
» MATANZAS (CUBA) - Cubans on Monday cautiously welcomed the imminent arrival of a Russian oil shipment, with some warning it would do little to ease an energy crisis after US President Donald Trump granted a reprieve from his oil blockade.
Cautious investments urged amid chaos of Mideast war
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 31/03/2026
» Investors are being advised to raise cash positions amid heightened volatility in the Middle East, says InnovestX Securities, warning that a prolonged conflict could materially weaken Thailand's economic outlook while amplifying fiscal and financial risks.
EV loan demand set to rise amid spiking oil prices
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 31/03/2026
» Banks expect stronger growth for electric vehicle (EV) loans this year, driven by improving demand in the auto segment amid rising oil prices.
Pundits fret over oil prices as war widens
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 31/03/2026
» Analysts are expressing concerns about the new government's ability to manage skyrocketing oil prices, as Houthi rebel involvement signals a broadening and prolonged conflict in the Middle East.
AirAsia still confident despite price pressures
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 31/03/2026
» AirAsia says soaring airfares are inevitable amid the Middle East conflict and oil crisis, but it remains confident about travel demand across its network and vows to maintain affordable airfares as much as possible.
Calls grow to control oil refinery pricing
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 31/03/2026
» Democrat list-MP Korn Chatikavanij has called on the government to step in and regulate the gross refinery margin (GRM) set by oil refinery operators, arguing that intervention is necessary to ease financial pressure on households and businesses as global crude oil prices soar.
Call for fuel tax cut as crisis mounts
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 31/03/2026
» The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) has called on the government to introduce urgent measures, including a possible excise tax reduction on fuel, to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) cope with escalating operating costs driven by surging global crude oil prices.
Probe into coconut slump
News, Published on 31/03/2026
» The Ombudsman will travel to Ratchaburi on Friday to hear complaints over coconut packing houses, or "longs", and the sharp drop in coconut prices, amid concerns over possible price collusion and foreign nominee arrangements.
Groups call for tougher booze curbs
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 31/03/2026
» Civil groups are calling on the Excise Department to take firm action against vendors selling alcohol in designated water-play zones during the Songkran festival next month.
Border hospital may close as funds dry up
News, Post Reporters, Published on 31/03/2026
» A remote border hospital in Tak's Umphang district faces possible closure as a deepening financial crisis leaves it struggling to pay staff and sustain operations.