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Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:02:00 +0700PM pledges to create a stronger Thailand
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on Thursday delivered his government’s policy statement to parliament, underscoring his commitment to strengthening national stability and self-reliance and enabling Thais to regain their economic footing.
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 12:37:00 +0700US and Iran talk truce, Israel continues ‘forever war’
JERUSALEM - Even as the United States and Iran seek to cement a ceasefire, Israel is seizing more territory from its neighbours in preparation for a long, drawn-out conflict across the Middle East.
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 06:10:00 +0700Long break eases pressure on oil reserves
The long holiday during the Songkran festival may ease pressure on Thailand's oil reserves, as demand for diesel is expected to decrease during this period, says the Department of Energy Business.
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 06:06:00 +0700Airlines adjust operations amid ceasefire
Despite a two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran, Thai airlines still have to adjust their operational strategies for the summer schedule to match travel demand dampened by concerns over uncertainty surrounding the oil crisis.
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 06:03:00 +0700New state measures in bid to solve plastic crisis
The government has outlined management guidelines to tackle the ongoing plastic pellet crisis. Key initiatives will focus on identifying high-priority items, promoting the use of alternative materials, and enhancing recycling.
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 05:54:00 +0700Mideast truce met with market caution
Business leaders and analysts gave a lukewarm welcome to the two-week ceasefire deal between the US and Iran, saying the proposed conditions of the truce seem difficult for both sides to agree to, while significant uncertainties remain, particularly ...
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 05:49:00 +0700Thailand seen highly exposed to oil shock
Thailand is among the region's most vulnerable countries to an oil shock, with the risk potentially reducing household income by 3-4%, according to the World Bank.
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 05:22:00 +0700Clean Air Bill gains traction
Opposition parties have renewed calls for urgent action on air pollution, pledging to push forward a Clean Air Bill while urging the government to address the wildfire and PM2.5 fine dust crisis through both immediate relief and long-term structural ...
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 05:04:00 +0700Oil hoarding suspected in 4 provinces
Suspected oil hoarding has been uncovered in four provinces, prompting a multi-agency crackdown and a push to classify the cases as special investigations.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:22:00 +0700Three Thai crew confirmed dead
Foreign Affairs Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow on Wednesday confirmed the deaths of three Thai crew members who went missing following an attack on the vessel MV Mayuree Naree in the Strait of Hormuz last month amid the Middle East conflict.