Registration opens Thursday for 2.06bn-baht fuel aid for transport operators
THURSDAY, APRIL 16, 2026
Thailand opens applications on April 16 for a 2.06-billion-baht relief scheme to help public transport operators cope with fuel costs linked to the Middle East conflict.
Culture Ministry hails Nike’s ‘Som Tum’ Dunk Low as Thai soft power goes global
THURSDAY, APRIL 16, 2026
Culture Minister Sabeeda Thaised praised Nike’s special-edition Dunk Low “Som Tum”, inspired by the Thai dish som tam, as a sign of Thai soft power reaching global fashion through creative design.
Middle East tensions seen driving Arab wealth, talent into Thailand
THURSDAY, APRIL 16, 2026
Rising Middle East tensions could redirect Arab wealth and global talent to Thailand, with healthcare, visas and investment reforms key to capturing inflows
Foreign minister seeks Oman oil, fertiliser support and safe Hormuz passage
THURSDAY, APRIL 16, 2026
Thailand has asked Oman to help secure safe passage for Thai vessels in the Strait of Hormuz while also exploring crude oil, gas and fertiliser supplies
Trump hints Iran war is close to ending, but Hormuz disruption persists
THURSDAY, APRIL 16, 2026
Fresh diplomatic efforts raise hopes of a pause in the Iran conflict, even as disruption in the Strait of Hormuz continues to rattle global energy markets