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Oil forecasts rise as Mideast war rages
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 13/03/2026
» Analysts are lifting their oil price estimates for this year and 2027 amid transport disruption in the Middle East, even though the potential release of reserves by the G7 and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) could help temporarily alleviate supply pressures.
Tourism braces for impact of Mideast war
Business, Narumon Kasemsuk, Published on 10/03/2026
» Thai tourism should brace for an influx of foreigners seeking a safe haven amid growing geopolitical conflict, similar to the surge experienced during the Russia-Ukraine War a few years ago, when Russian arrivals rose to 1.74 million in 2024, significantly impacting property markets in tourism cities.
Crisis seen as opportunity for Thailand
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 10/03/2026
» The crises arising from geopolitics and geoeconomics may represent Thailand's last chance to adapt and seize new opportunities, according to caretaker finance minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas.
Energy price spike threatens global economic recovery
Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 09/03/2026
» Global oil prices have entered a “danger zone” after surging to around US$110 per barrel following reports that an Iranian oil storage facility had been struck, warned Bangkok Bank’s (BBL) chief economist.
Thai stocks drop on escalating war in Mideast
Nuntawun Polkuamdee and online reporters, Published on 09/03/2026
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand dived on Monday amid the escalating war in the Middle East, as oil prices moved beyond US$100 a barrel.
Climate pressure spurs Thailand's energy revamp
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 09/03/2026
» Thailand's clean power supply and energy trade are poised for changes under the draft Power Development Plan (PDP), which will shape the country's electricity landscape from 2026 to 2050.
Mideast conflict a blow to long-haul tourism
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 05/03/2026
» As the conflict in the Middle East weighs on global travel prices and travellers’ pocketbooks, tourism operators in Thailand project arrivals from long-haul markets in 2026 will fall short of the 10.8 million seen last year.
Microsoft backs local AI-driven legal reform
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 05/03/2026
» Microsoft is urging Southeast Asian governments to accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) through "broad diffusion", warning that emerging economies risk being left behind as the developed world advances rapidly.
Navigating new currents: Thailand-US trade after the tariff ruling
Business, Nalinee Taveesin, Published on 04/03/2026
» The recent decision by the US Supreme Court that President Donald Trump exceeded his authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act in imposing broad tariffs marks an important institutional clarification in US trade governance. The court reaffirmed that tariff powers ultimately reside with Congress.
Novo Nordisk Addresses Economic Risks of Obesity on World Obesity Day
Published on 04/03/2026
» Thailand is among the countries worldwide battling non-communicable diseases (NCDs), with various control measures targeting dietary intake and lifestyle modification. However, the prevalence of overweight and obesity remains among the highest in Asean, with trends indicating a continued rise that threatens long-term public health and economic productivity. Though being regarded as a chronic disease, obesity treatment is not reimbursable underthe Thai public health coverage.