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Asian investors rethink Gulf bets as ‘safe-haven’ image takes a hit
Asian investors rethink Gulf bets as ‘safe-haven’ image takes a hit
THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 2026
Nikkei Asia says wealthy Asian investors are reassessing Middle East exposure after airspace closures, travel disruption and the Strait of Hormuz shutdown rattled confidence in the Gulf as a “safe haven” for capital.Trump Administration Discloses $11.3 Billion War Bill After Six Days of Iran Conflict
Trump Administration Discloses $11.3 Billion War Bill After Six Days of Iran Conflict
THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 2026
The White House is expected to request a $50 billion emergency funding package as ammunition costs soar and the US military arsenal depletesSongkran 2026 guide: Where to join Thailand’s biggest splash
Songkran 2026 guide: Where to join Thailand’s biggest splash
THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 2026
Thailand’s Songkran 2026 will run April 13–15, with major celebrations across the country and Chon Buri’s famous Wan Lai water festivals extending the festivitiesCourt sentences police officer to four years over 258,000 child abuse files
Court sentences police officer to four years over 258,000 child abuse files
THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 2026
A state official has been sentenced to four years for possessing and distributing more than 250,000 files of child sexual abuse material involving thousands of Thai and foreign victims, as the DSI expands its investigation with international partners and European law enforcement agencies to dismantle a transnational network.Thailand summons Iranian envoy after attack on cargo ship leaves 3 crew missing
Thailand summons Iranian envoy after attack on cargo ship leaves 3 crew missing
THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 2026
Thailand’s Foreign Ministry has invited Iran’s ambassador for talks after a Thai cargo ship was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, leaving three Thai crew members missing.China steps up diplomatic push for peace in Mideast
China steps up diplomatic push for peace in Mideast
THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 2026
China has intensified diplomatic efforts to help defuse tensions surrounding Iran by strengthening communication with relevant parties and dispatching a special envoy to the region, at a time when preventing a wider regional spillover has become increasingly urgent.Fuel prices slashed in Vietnam as stabilisation fund deployed
Fuel prices slashed in Vietnam as stabilisation fund deployed
THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 2026
Retail fuel prices in Vietnam were sharply cut from 10pm on Wednesday (March 11) after authorities tapped the petrol price stabilisation fund to curb costs amid volatile global markets.Explosive sea drones open dangerous new front in Middle East conflict
Explosive sea drones open dangerous new front in Middle East conflict
THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 2026
Explosive naval drones have struck oil tankers in the Persian Gulf, highlighting a new maritime threat as tensions between the US, Israel and Iran escalateTrang turns marine waste into art as 24 countries join eco-awareness project
Trang turns marine waste into art as 24 countries join eco-awareness project
THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 2026
Thai and international artists from 24 countries have joined students and coastal communities in Trash Art Trang International 2026, transforming marine waste into artworks to raise environmental awareness and promote sustainable tourism.Hormuz becomes war’s pivot as analysts warn of six energy chokepoints
Hormuz becomes war’s pivot as analysts warn of six energy chokepoints
THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 2026
Analysts warn the Strait of Hormuz could determine the Middle East war’s outcome as attacks on shipping escalate and six key energy hubs face rising risk