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Japan weighs dual pricing at tourist sites to curb overtourism
MONDAY, APRIL 27, 2026
Japan’s tourism agency is studying how local authorities and businesses can set separate fees as attractions seek funds for upkeep and crowd control.
Thailand, Singapore deepen defence ties in cyber era
MONDAY, APRIL 27, 2026
Thailand and Singapore agree to expand military, cyber and underwater infrastructure security cooperation during Chan Chun Sing’s visit
Toyota logs record FY2025 sales as hybrids offset tariff strain
MONDAY, APRIL 27, 2026
Strong North American demand for hybrids lifted Toyota to record global sales, though March weakness and Middle East shipping risks cloud the outlook.
Northeast Asia diesel and jet fuel exports rebound as margins soar
MONDAY, APRIL 27, 2026
South Korean and Taiwanese refiners have raised May cargo sales, but shipments remain below pre-Iran-war levels as Asian fuel supply stays tight.
Thaksin parole decision due April 29, with May 11 release date in sight
MONDAY, APRIL 27, 2026
Thailand’s Corrections Department is set to finalise its parole list on April 29, with Thaksin Shinawatra expected to enter probation on May 11 after serving two-thirds of his one-year term.
GISTDA flags five northern provinces at highest wildfire risk
MONDAY, APRIL 27, 2026
GISTDA warns Chiang Mai, Tak, Mae Hong Son, Lampang and Nan face the highest wildfire risk through May 3
DRT told to speed up single ownership plan for 40–60 baht train fares from 2027
MONDAY, APRIL 27, 2026
Deputy Transport Minister Siripong Angsakulkiat has ordered the Department of Rail Transport to accelerate the single ownership policy so a 40- or 60-baht all-day fare can be introduced across electric train lines from January 1, 2027.
Thai trade deficit with China widens as imports outpace exports
MONDAY, APRIL 27, 2026
Thailand-China trade reached THB1.278 trillion in the first three months of 2026, but faster import growth pushed the deficit to THB679.737 billion.
Counterfeit crackdown pays off – Thailand eyes US Watch List exit
MONDAY, APRIL 27, 2026
Thailand will cite its tougher IP crackdown in US trade talks, after seizures of counterfeit goods exceeded Bt2.3 billion
Thailand’s Energy Ministry plans tiered tariff to ease power bills
MONDAY, APRIL 27, 2026
Thailand's Energy Ministry is preparing relief for household power bills after the May-August 2026 tariff was set at THB3.95.