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Fuel price hikes bite Thai AirAsia X service
Online Reporters, Published on 24/04/2026
» Thai AirAsia X has reduced flights to four destinations in three countries and temporarily terminated services to two nations in response to high fuel prices in the face of ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Singapore emerging as neutral ground as AI firms navigate Sino-US rivalry
Reuters, Published on 24/04/2026
» SINGAPORE - Singapore is transforming from East-West gateway to neutral ground for the AI sector, with Chinese startups hoping to operate beyond government reach while US firms seek foreign talent without the headache of stricter visa regulations.
US sets preliminary antidumping duties on solar imports from India, Indonesia and Laos
Reuters, Published on 24/04/2026
» The US Commerce Department on Thursday announced preliminary antidumping duties on solar cells and panels imported from India, Indonesia and Laos, the latest in a string of tariffs imposed over a decade on solar imports from Asia.
Siam Cement set to close Vietnam plant next month
Business, Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 24/04/2026
» Concerns over a raw material shortage in Thailand's manufacturing sector are growing after Siam Cement (SCC) announced a temporary suspension of its Vietnam petrochemical complex because the prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz is causing constraints in feedstock procurement.
Virtual bank rules clarified
Business, Somruedi Banchongduang, Published on 24/04/2026
» The Bank of Thailand is allowing virtual bank applicants to adopt various approaches to comply with regulatory requirements that aim to prevent conflicts of interest among affiliated businesses.
Call for more state support for green tourism
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 24/04/2026
» Southern tourism operators are calling for more government support and incentives for the green transition, as Phuket recently hosted an international sustainable tourism conference in a bid to create global recognition in this sector.
Crypto demand accelerates as Thai firms turn to digital tokens
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee, Published on 24/04/2026
» The rapid rise of ownership conversion of physical or traditional financial assets into digital tokens is expected to transform Thailand's business and investment landscape this year, as companies accelerate their transitions to stay competitive, says Bitkub.
Thai rice prices drop on muted demand; weaker rupee keeps India rates steady
Reuters, Published on 23/04/2026
» Indian rice export prices held steady as a weaker rupee offset higher local paddy prices, while Vietnam export prices remained unchanged and Thai rice prices eased on muted demand for the staple grain.
More bookings, shorter trips: Chinese adjust to higher fuel prices for Labour Day break
South China Morning Post, Published on 23/04/2026
» HONG KONG — The number of Chinese tourists deciding to travel during the five-day Labour Day holiday at the start of next month could rival or exceed last year's headcount despite higher global fuel prices, analysts said, adding travellers were likely to prefer shorter trips to save on transport costs.
Russian billionaires’ wealth up 11% despite war and sanctions
Reuters, Published on 23/04/2026
» MOSCOW - Russian billionaires increased their wealth by 11% to a record $696.5 billion over the past year despite the war in Ukraine and the toughest Western sanctions ever imposed on a major economy, Forbes Russia has reported.