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Anti-torture law falling short, seminar told
News, Rules exist, but weak checks and fear block justice, writes Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 14/03/2026
» Three years after Thailand enacted landmark legislation to combat torture and enforced disappearance, rights advocates and legal experts contend the law still faces serious gaps in enforcement.
Russian crude imports eyed
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 14/03/2026
» The government is ready to purchase crude oil from Russia and has signalled plans to raise petrol prices after the diesel price cap ends on Monday, while officials have also moved to clarify concerns over rising refining margins.
People’s Party to field PM and speaker candidates
Online Reporters, Published on 13/03/2026
» The opposition People’s Party will nominate its leader, Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, for prime minister in a parliamentary vote next week, but has declined to reveal its choice for House speaker for now.
Anutin says coalition complete, rules out Klatham, Democrats
Mongkol Bangprapa and Online Reporters, Published on 12/03/2026
» Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has confirmed that the government coalition lineup has been finalised, with the main partners being the Bhumjaithai Party and the Pheu Thai Party, along with several smaller parties.
Fears grow over rising cost of goods
News, Chakrapan Natanri, Prasit Tangprasert and Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 12/03/2026
» Consumers across the country are worried about the rising cost of goods as global energy prices and supply chains have been hit by the war in the Middle East, pushing up prices for everyday necessities.
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.
Night closures of petrol stations planned, not yet enforced
Online reporters, Assawin Pinitwong and Bloomberg, Published on 11/03/2026
» The government plans to close petrol stations at late-night hours only in a worst-case scenario stemming from the Middle East war, as the present situation is not critical enough to justify such a measure, the Department of Energy Business reported.
Thailand's new parliament to open this weekend
Reuters, Published on 11/03/2026
» Thailand's new parliament will hold its opening ceremony on March 14 following last month's election, a Royal Gazette announcement said on Wednesday.
Marriott International Partners With AOI To Develop Future Hospitality Leaders In Thailand
Published on 10/03/2026
» Bangkok, Thailand: March 25, 2026 – Marriott International, Inc. has formalised a strategic partnership with the Arthit Ourairat Institution (AOI) to help develop the next generation of hospitality leaders in Thailand by providing opportunities for secondary education students to enjoy field visits, mentorship, and internships across Marriott’s portfolio of more than 67 hotels and resorts nationwide.
Govt moves to curb fuel prices
News, Wichit Chantanusornsiri and Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 10/03/2026
» The cabinet is expected to approve a series of short- and medium-term energy management measures on Tuesday to cope with surging global energy prices driven by the conflict in the Middle East.