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Ceasefire with Iran ‘on life support’ as tensions hit oil
TUESDAY, MAY 12, 2026
Oil prices surged above US$104 a barrel as Iran rejected key US demands, deepening fears over the Strait of Hormuz and global energy supplies
Keidanren calls for major increase in Japan’s R&D investment
MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026
The federation says Japan should move from cost-cutting to investment-led growth, with R&D equal to 5 per cent of nominal GDP.
Takaichi leaves energy savings option open amid Iran war supply risks
MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026
The Japanese prime minister says Tokyo is not yet ready to seek savings, while pledging flexible action on prices, subsidies and stranded vessels.
France confirms woman’s hantavirus case on cruise ship, isolates 22
MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026
A French passenger repatriated from the MV Hondius fell ill on the flight home, as France identifies 22 close contacts for isolation.
Finance Ministry says old-car trade-in scheme may be revised as valuation problems delay plan
MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026
Thailand’s proposed old-car trade-in scheme may not proceed in its original form as officials struggle to settle rules on used-car valuations, vehicle scrapping and eligibility criteria.
Thai Chamber says US corn imports will not hurt farmers
MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026
Thailand says planned US corn imports are needed to stabilise feed costs, food prices and long-term food security
The 10.8% Fever: Why Thailand’s Healthcare Costs are Outpacing the World
MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026
A silent crisis emerges as medical inflation hits double digits, forcing patients into private care as public bed occupancy rates surge toward 100%
Myanmar and PTTEP discuss gas output and pipeline security plans
MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026
Myanmar and PTTEP reviewed plans to raise oil and gas production, advance Yadana and M3 block work, and protect Myanmar–Thailand pipeline routes.
Officials tighten checks at Kata Beach after parrotfish spearing images go viral
MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026
Thai marine officials inspect Kata Beach after images of tourists allegedly spearing a parrotfish in Phuket spread online.
DBD, DSI team up against foreign nominee firms in key Thai tourist areas
MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026
The DBD has referred 34 high-risk companies to the DSI after screening 11,426 firms, with checks to start in Koh Samui and Koh Pha-ngan.