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Petroleum law changes put on hold
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 21/01/2026
» The Department of Mineral Fuels (DMF) has finished drafting amendments to the Petroleum Act to ensure the continuity of petroleum production when licences expire, avoiding delays that can result in expensive electricity bills.
Cyber-incidents deemed top Thai business risk
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 15/01/2026
» Cyber-incidents, including cybercrime, data breaches, ransomware and service interruptions, are the top business risk in Thailand for 2026, followed by natural catastrophes and risks related to climate change, according to the latest Allianz Risk Barometer.
SET hoping for an election-related boost
Business, Tisco Securities, Published on 10/01/2026
» The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) ended December little changed from the month before, but down 10% annually after another disappointing year. However, election-related optimism should give shares a lift in January.
Gold, oil jolted by US assault on Venezuela as investors recalibrate amid commodity boom
South China Morning Post, Published on 05/01/2026
» SHANGHAI — The US assault on Venezuela jolted the global commodity markets, sending gold higher and reinforcing the long-term bearish view on crude oil as investors navigate rising geopolitical tensions to start 2026.
Gold surges as US capture of Venezuelan president spurs safe-haven demand
Reuters, Published on 05/01/2026
» DELHI - Gold prices climbed on Monday and other precious metals surged, after the United States captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro over the weekend, escalating geopolitical tensions and lifting safe-haven demand.
AI cyberthreats set to multiply in 2026
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 30/12/2025
» Artificial intelligence (AI) identity threats, new insider risks from autonomous agents, and data poisoning will become the primary threats in the 2026 AI economy, according to global cybersecurity leader Palo Alto Networks.
Border trade marred in 2026 by conflict
Business, Phusadee Arunmas and Somhatai Mosika, Published on 23/12/2025
» The ongoing border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia is expected to continue to hamper trade in 2026.
CPN invests B1.2bn in Chiang Mai upgrade
Business, Kuakul Mornkum, Published on 23/12/2025
» SET-listed Central Pattana (CPN) has invested 1.2 billion baht to transform the shopping mall Central Chiangmai Airport into a new mixed-use landmark, strengthening the city's allure.
Trump signs order to ease cannabis limits in industry win
Bloomberg, Published on 19/12/2025
» President Donald Trump on Thursday signed an executive order directing his administration to move cannabis into a less restrictive federal category, setting in motion a regulatory shift that could alter the legal and commercial landscape for the drug nationwide.
Thailand retools for a tougher global economy
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Suchit Leesa-Nguansuk and Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 15/12/2025
» Well ahead of the scheduled end of the administration’s four-month term, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul dissolved parliament on Dec 11 amid concerns over several outstanding issues, including the Thai–Cambodian border conflict and the relief measures needed to assist flood-affected communities in the South.