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Energy wake-up call
Business, Somhatai Mosika, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk and Komsan Tortermvasana, Published on 30/03/2026
» Business leaders are calling for the government to study long-term energy security strategies to reduce reliance on imported energy and expand access to renewable sources in the wake of the ongoing crisis stemming from war in the Middle East.
Delayed Iran deadline gives investors a breather
Business, Nuntawun Polkuamdee and Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 28/03/2026
» RECAP: Asian shares pared losses on Friday as another delayed deadline in the Middle East war nudged oil prices lower, though there was still no end in sight to the unfolding energy crunch on the global economy.
Regulator offers 3 power tariff rates
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 26/03/2026
» Thai energy regulators are preparing to announce an increase in electricity bills for May to August once they gather public input on an appropriate power tariff rate given the impact of the Middle East war on energy costs.
Middle East conflict delays auto exports to key market
Business, Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 25/03/2026
» Thailand's automotive industry is facing mounting pressure as the Israel-US war on Iran disrupts shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz, delaying vehicle exports to the Middle East, says the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI).
Gas price hike to push up Thai power bills
Business, Yuthana Praiwan, Published on 25/03/2026
» The new government is bracing for a surge in electricity bills as liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices climb in the wake of conflict in the Middle East, according to an energy official who requested anonymity.
Minor banking on asset‑light model
Business, Kanana Katharangsiporn, Published on 24/03/2026
» Minor Hotels, a subsidiary of SET-listed Minor International, plans to rebalance its investment‑heavy portfolio to a 50:50 mix from two‑thirds by prioritising asset‑light and franchise models, aiming to accelerate growth while maintaining selective investments.
EVs become label-controlled
Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 23/03/2026
» Electric vehicles (EVs) have officially been designated label-controlled products to ensure consumers can accurately compare the features of different brands before making a purchase.
Mideast conflict dents chip manufacturing
Lamonphet Apisitniran, Published on 23/03/2026
» The United States and Israeli military operations against Iran are disrupting global supply chains, hitting semiconductor manufacturing hard and reverberating through chip‑dependent industries, particularly the automotive sector, which is watching developments closely.
Power tariff could rise as high as B4.59 per unit
Online Reporters, Published on 23/03/2026
» The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is set to review electricity tariffs for the May–August billing period amid a sharp rise in liquefied natural gas (LNG) costs driven by Middle East tensions.
AI race spurs digital self-reliance push
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 23/03/2026
» The issue of sovereign artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a strategic priority for governments and enterprises worldwide, as countries seek greater control over critical digital infrastructure, data and computing capabilities.