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Calls mount for energy pricing rejig
News, Post Reporters, Published on 17/04/2026
» A coalition of civic groups has called on Energy Minister Akanat Promphan to reform the energy pricing structure, enact laws to reclaim excess refinery profits, and liberalise rooftop solar installation for households.
Reduced hours at petrol stations ‘may not be needed’
Post Reporters, Published on 16/04/2026
» The operating hours of petrol stations in Thailand might not have to be reduced on Monday as planned earlier, if fuel supplies remain adequate, according to Energy Minister Akanat Promphan.
Premier ducks queries on legal action by refiners
News, Post Reporters, Published on 10/04/2026
» Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul declined to directly address concerns over private refiners preparing legal action against the government after it ordered a reduction in diesel refining margins, instead referring reporters to Energy Minister Akanat Promphan for clarification.
Akanat to cap refinery margins at 3-4 baht per litre
News, Post Reporters, Published on 03/04/2026
» Energy Minister Akanat Promphan said he plans to cap refinery margins at 3-4 baht per litre in a bid to curb rising fuel costs without relying on subsidies.
Cabinet starts to take shape
Post Reporters, Published on 26/02/2026
» A new cabinet line-up is beginning to take shape as coalition partners negotiate the distribution of ministerial posts under an agreed formula, with the Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) emerging as the dominant force in the prospective administration led by Prime Minister-designate Anutin Charnvirakul.
High-profile defections boost Bhumjaithai Party
Post Reporters, Published on 16/12/2025
» The Bhumjaithai Party saw a surge of high-profile defections on the first day of its candidate registration drive, with Varawut Silpa-archa, former leader of the Chartthaipattana Party, formally joining the party on Monday alongside 12 former Chartthaipattana MPs and senior political figures in preparation for the 2026 general election.
In dire need of direction
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 08/09/2025
» Thai politics has once again reached a turning point, as the Pheu Thai Party had two prime ministers impeached by the Constitutional Court and is set to take up the role of an opposition party.
System flags dubious links
Post Reporters, Published on 13/07/2025
» The government has launched "TISI Watch", an AI-powered system designed to remove substandard products from online platforms, aiming to enhance consumer safety and fair competition in Thai e-commerce.
Illegal recyclers run out of luck
News, Post Reporters, Published on 19/06/2025
» The Industry Ministry has dismantled an illegal "zero-dollar" recycling operation in Prachin Buri, uncovering more than 8,000 tonnes of hazardous and toxic waste during an inspection yesterday.
Seeking a slice of the pie
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 16/06/2025
» While the government's economic stimulus budget of 157 billion baht is scheduled for final approval later this month, the value of funding requests received from various ministries exceeds 400 billion baht.