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Trump shows China how to handle Taiwan
News, Brahma Chellaney, Published on 17/03/2026
» Since returning to office last year, US President Donald Trump has ordered military strikes from the Caribbean and eastern Pacific to Africa and the Middle East, targeting alleged drug-smuggling boats and suspected terrorist groups. He has attacked Venezuela and kidnapped its leader. And he has joined Israel in a large-scale assault on Iran. Meanwhile, he is tightening a noose around Cuba, in the hope that the resulting humanitarian crisis will open the way for a "friendly takeover" of the island by the United States.
Ireland ready to lead EU amid global challenges
News, Patrick Bourne, Published on 17/03/2026
» In a world as fast-moving and unpredictable as the one we are navigating right now, it is good to know there are reliable lighthouses on the horizon and at least a few certainties upon which we can depend. One of those is that St Patrick's Day, every March 17, is an occasion that Irish people, and people of Irish heritage, and friends of Ireland, will be keen to celebrate all over the world, including here in Thailand. And for our small island, from which so many people emigrated throughout our history, this really is a global celebration of our history, culture, connections and shared values.
Thailand considers Russian crude imports
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 14/03/2026
» The Thai 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.
Stepping up against discrimination
News, Vitit Muntarbhorn, Published on 14/03/2026
» Amidst the global turmoil happening today, it is easy to yield to a sense of despair and despondency. Yet, there are positive changes at the national-local level which seem incremental at first glance, but which are, in reality, monumental; they act as a gentle palliative projecting hope. On this front, Thailand experienced a sense of elation a year ago, when the possibility of same-sex marriage became the norm in the country due to reform of the Thai Civil Code.
War on Iran is one 'Taco' too far
News, Jamie McGeever, Published on 14/03/2026
» The "Trump always chickens out" (Taco) investment strategy -- buying beaten-down stocks on the assumption that the US president will ultimately back down from his more extreme policies -- has, for the most part, been a profitable one. But the Iran war may change that.
Nominees 'manipulating' fragrant coconut market
News, Post Reporters, Published on 09/03/2026
» The government is stepping up measures to stabilise the fragrant coconut market after investigations uncovered foreign-backed businesses allegedly manipulating prices and harming farmers.
Bhumjaithai unveils stability strategy
News, Post Reporters, Published on 09/03/2026
» The Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) has unveiled a strategy to help Thailand weather instabilities stemming from global conflicts, including the escalating conflict in the Middle East.
Fertiliser prices rise amid Middle East tensions
News, CHAKKRAPAN NATANRI and PRASIT TANGPRASERT, Published on 08/03/2026
» A survey in Khon Kaen on Friday has found the retail price of urea fertiliser to have increased by about 50 baht per sack as stocks at several distributors become depleted ahead of planting season.
Govt acts to avert fuel crisis
News, Mongkol Bangprapa and Wichit Chanthanusornsiri, Published on 06/03/2026
» The government has introduced a series of emergency measures to prevent domestic fuel shortages, including increasing oil reserves and suspending most exports, while assuring the public that national energy supplies remain secure.
Milk glut hurts dairy farmers
News, Post Reporters, Published on 06/03/2026
» Dairy farmers and cooperatives nationwide are urging the government to act quickly to tackle a raw milk glut and curb milk powder imports, warning the situation is damaging farmers' livelihoods.