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Wars and Geopolitical Tensions Drive Global Oil Prices Higher
Published on 19/09/2025
» Global crude oil prices have edged higher in recent months as prolonged wars and geopolitical tensions continue to disrupt energy supplies. Between July 1 and September 15, 2025, ICE Brent crude rose by US$1.51 per barrel from the previous quarter, averaging US$68.16 per barrel. The increase was driven mainly by the escalating war between Russia and Ukraine. Although US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin met in Alaska on August 15 to discuss a peace deal and ceasefire, the summit ended without agreement, and both sides continued retaliatory strikes.
Anutin government won’t ditch Land Bridge
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 17/09/2025
» The new government led by Anutin Charnvirakul will proceed with the Land Bridge megaproject even though it is only expected to stay in office for four months, says incoming Deputy Prime Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn.
Fund outlines path to financial hub goal
Business, Boonsong Lipimas, Published on 12/09/2025
» Thailand must sharpen its competitiveness, broaden investor access and create distinctive opportunities if it is to fulfil its ambition of becoming a global financial hub, according to recent research from the Capital Market Development Fund (CMDF).
Israel tells residents to leave Gaza City ahead of offensive
AFP, Published on 06/09/2025
» JERUSALEM - The Israeli army told Gaza City residents to flee to a “humanitarian zone” in the south on Saturday ahead of a planned offensive to capture the territory’s largest urban centre.
Ukrainian suspect arrested in Italy over Nord Stream blasts
AFP, Published on 21/08/2025
» BERLIN - A Ukrainian suspect has been arrested in Italy over the sabotage of the Nord Stream underwater gas pipelines from Russia to Europe in 2022, German prosecutors said Thursday.
Trump touts Azerbaijan-Armenia peace pact
Published on 08/08/2025
» WASHINGTON — Azerbaijan and Armenia will sign a peace agreement on Friday to improve economic ties after decades of conflict, the White House said, with President Donald Trump set to welcome the leaders of both countries for a signing ceremony at the White House.
PTTEP Acquires Block A-18 Stake to Bolster Energy Security
Published on 29/07/2025
» Bangkok, July 25, 2025 – PTTEP has acquired a 50% participating interest in Block A-18 of the Malaysia–Thailand Joint Development Area (MTJDA) which is strategically important to Thailand’s energy security, and supporting company’s growth.
EU targets Russian oil with tough new sanctions
AFP, Published on 18/07/2025
» BRUSSELS - The European Union on Friday adopted a sweeping new package of sanctions on Russia over the Ukraine war, looking to pile more pressure on the Kremlin by lowering a price cap for Moscow’s oil exports.
Thai bourse looking to improve liquidity to ease stock rout
Published on 04/07/2025
» Thailand’s stock exchange operator will look at various measures to support the market as a deepening political turmoil weighs on investor confidence.
Banpu Invests in 350MW Battery Project in Australia
Published on 01/07/2025
» Banpu Public Company Limited, a versatile energy company, has announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Banpu Energy Australia Pty Limited (BEN), has signed an agreement to acquire a 50% interest in the Wooreen Energy Storage System (WESS) project. The remaining 50% is held by EnergyAustralia. Located in Latrobe Valley, Victoria, Australia, the project will have a power capacity of 350 megawatts and a storage capacity of 1,400 megawatt-hours.