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Diesel surges past 40 baht as Thailand raises fuel prices on March 31
Diesel surges past 40 baht as Thailand raises fuel prices on March 31
TUESDAY, MARCH 31, 2026
Thailand fuel prices rise March 31, 2026, with diesel topping 40 baht per litre after OFFAC hike amid global oil surge and deepening Oil Fund deficitJapan backs ASEAN’s needs-driven AI development initiative
Japan backs ASEAN’s needs-driven AI development initiative
MONDAY, MARCH 30, 2026
Tokyo and ASEAN agreed to deepen AI collaboration through local-language models, stronger digital infrastructure and rules to curb misuse and disinformation.Spain closes airspace to US military planes tied to strikes on Iran
Spain closes airspace to US military planes tied to strikes on Iran
MONDAY, MARCH 30, 2026
Madrid said its airspace and jointly operated military bases cannot be used for any US action related to the Iran war, while emergency cases remain exempt.Japan's emperor welcomes Indonesian president Prabowo in Tokyo
Japan's emperor welcomes Indonesian president Prabowo in Tokyo
MONDAY, MARCH 30, 2026
After the palace luncheon, Emperor Naruhito said he and Empress Masako had recovered from a cold, while reaffirming warm relations with Indonesia.Shizuoka's premium melons enter Australia's luxury market
Shizuoka's premium melons enter Australia's luxury market
MONDAY, MARCH 30, 2026
Japan's top-grade Crown melons are now on sale in Australia after meeting strict quarantine standards, targeting restaurants, parties and gift buyers.South Korea mulls nationwide driving curbs amid oil price surge
South Korea mulls nationwide driving curbs amid oil price surge
MONDAY, MARCH 30, 2026
South Korea is weighing nationwide driving curbs and possible fuel tax cuts as surging oil prices and Middle East tensions threaten energy supplies.TAT backs short-haul, low-energy travel for sustainable tourism
TAT backs short-haul, low-energy travel for sustainable tourism
MONDAY, MARCH 30, 2026
Amid soaring oil prices, TAT is using celebrity marketing, domestic promotions and low-energy experiences to keep tourism moving more sustainably.Thailand eyes bus fare rise but freezes rates through Songkran
Thailand eyes bus fare rise but freezes rates through Songkran
MONDAY, MARCH 30, 2026
Thailand’s Department of Land Transport is preparing to seek approval for a gradual rise in public bus fares to help operators cope with soaring fuel costs, while keeping fares unchanged until April 19 through state compensation during the Songkran travel period."Madame Pang" Pledges $140,000 Bonus! Rallying War Elephants for Asian Cup Qualification
"Madame Pang" Pledges $140,000 Bonus! Rallying War Elephants for Asian Cup Qualification
MONDAY, MARCH 30, 2026
FAT president Nualphan Lamsam offers up to 5 million baht ($140,000) incentive to boost Thailand’s decisive Asian Cup qualifying clashMillennials and Solo Travellers Driving Post-Pandemic Songkran Tourism Boom
Millennials and Solo Travellers Driving Post-Pandemic Songkran Tourism Boom
MONDAY, MARCH 30, 2026
New data reveals Gen Y and solo adventurers are the primary engines of Thailand’s 2026 festive travel market, with a shift towards premium digital services