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Middle East crisis drives fresh demand for Thai ultra-luxury homes
Middle East crisis drives fresh demand for Thai ultra-luxury homes
MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2026
Thailand’s property sector is seeing rising interest from wealthy Middle Eastern buyers seeking ultra-luxury homes, as regional conflict fuels demand for safe long-term bases.UAE’s Fujairah port hit by drone attack, oil loading suspended
UAE’s Fujairah port hit by drone attack, oil loading suspended
MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2026
Two sources said the UAE's Fujairah port suspended oil-loading operations after a drone attack sparked a fire in the petroleum industrial zone.GULF Secures FinanceAsia Award 2025 for Landmark THB 7 Billion Green Loan for LEED Gold-Certified GSA Data Center 01
GULF Secures FinanceAsia Award 2025 for Landmark THB 7 Billion Green Loan for LEED Gold-Certified GSA Data Center 01
MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2026
Gulf Development Public Company Limited (GULF) has been honored with the “Best Structured Finance Deal (Thailand)” award at the FinanceAsia Awards 2025.Energy Minister Mobilises Fuel Tanker Fleet to Combat Forecourt Shortages
Energy Minister Mobilises Fuel Tanker Fleet to Combat Forecourt Shortages
MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2026
Auttapol Rerkpiboon orders increased delivery cycles and additional haulage capacity to stabilise national fuel supplies following temporary deficitsPM holds tense two-hour talks with economic team on Middle East energy crisis
PM holds tense two-hour talks with economic team on Middle East energy crisis
MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2026
Anutin convened the full economic team over the energy crisis and living costs amid heightened Middle East tensions, but stayed silent on diesel supportThai Government Set to Revise Fiscal Framework as Energy Crisis and Slowing Growth Loom
Thai Government Set to Revise Fiscal Framework as Energy Crisis and Slowing Growth Loom
MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2026
Public Debt Management Office eyes medium-term review to maintain fiscal discipline, capping budget deficits at 3 per cent of GDP despite fuel fund strainMiddle East war hits home-building sector as material and transport costs surge
Middle East war hits home-building sector as material and transport costs surge
MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2026
Rising oil prices, freight disruption and raw material constraints are piling pressure on Thai home builders, with small operators facing the greatest risk if the conflict drags on.Thailand Eyes Global ‘Safe Haven’ Status as BOI Pivots to Secure Production Base Amid Middle East Conflict
Thailand Eyes Global ‘Safe Haven’ Status as BOI Pivots to Secure Production Base Amid Middle East Conflict
MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2026
Investment chief Narit Therdsteerasakdi fast-tracks EV, semiconductor, and clean energy agendas to position Thailand as a stable jigsaw in the new world orderWar triggers ‘global aviation crisis’ as oil surges and airspace closures drive ticket prices higher
War triggers ‘global aviation crisis’ as oil surges and airspace closures drive ticket prices higher
MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2026
The expanding US-Israel-Iran war has forced widespread airspace closures, flight diversions, cancellations and airport disruptions, while oil prices surge—creating one of the aviation industry’s most severe crises since Covid-19 and pushing fares higher, especially on routes linked to Middle East hubs.House Speaker Sophon Saram sets March 19 PM vote after royal command
House Speaker Sophon Saram sets March 19 PM vote after royal command
MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2026
New House Speaker Sophon Saram says he will schedule Thailand’s prime ministerial vote for March 19 after a royal command formalised the new House leadership.