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THAILAND

Air force clarifies US military flights at Krabi airport

Online Reporters, Published on 08/04/2026

» The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) has sought to calm public concern over frequent landings by US military aircrafts at Krabi International Airport, saying the flights are routine and have no connection to the Middle East conflict. 

LIFE

Bangkok book fair draws 1.3m visitors, hits sales target

Online Reporters, Published on 07/04/2026

» Thailand’s largest annual book show attracted more than 1.3 million visitors over 12 days  and generated total sales of 534 million baht, meeting organisers’ targets despite global economic headwinds. 

THAILAND

Three-phase fuel crisis contingency plan announced

Online Reporters, Published on 31/03/2026

» The government has announced a three-phase contingency plan to cope with a potential full-scale energy crisis, including fuel rationing and limited operating hours for petrol stations and shopping malls, should the war in the Middle East lead to the closure of two crucial maritime chokepoints.

THAILAND

Consumer product prices capped but fuel costs will rise

Online Reporters, Published on 24/03/2026

» The government is capping prices of essential consumer products while confirming that there is enough fuel for vehicles and electricity generation, but their prices will have to rise due to increasing costs in global markets.

BUSINESS

Power tariff could rise as high as B4.59 per unit

Online Reporters, Published on 23/03/2026

» The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is set to review electricity tariffs for the May–August billing period amid a sharp rise in liquefied natural gas (LNG) costs driven by Middle East tensions.

THAILAND

Thailand looking to buy oil from Russia, other producers

Online Reporters, Published on 17/03/2026

» Russia had expressed its readiness to sell crude oil to Thailand, and the government was also in discussions with other producers, Foreign Affairs Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow said on Tuesday.

THAILAND

Thai vessels warned of mine risk in Mideast waters

Online Reporters, Published on 14/03/2026

» The Royal Thai Navy has issued a warning to Thai shipping operators and commercial vessels to exercise heightened caution when navigating the Persian Gulf, the Gulf of Oman and the Strait of Hormuz, citing rising regional tensions and the potential threat of sea mines.

THAILAND

Thai cargo ship attacked near Strait of Hormuz

Online Reporters, Published on 11/03/2026

» A Thai‑flagged bulk carrier was struck by Iranian missiles near the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, with 20 Thai crew rescued by the Royal Navy of Oman and three still on board, according to the Royal Thai Navy.

THAILAND

Thai exporters on alert after cargo ship attack

Online Reporters, Published on 11/03/2026

» Thai exporters are advised to exercise caution after a Thai cargo ship was attacked near the Strait of Hormuz, while delays could put perishable goods at risk, the Thai National Shippers’ Council (TNSC) said on Wednesday.

THAILAND

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.