Policy

New subsidies to keep B20 prices $0.15 (5 baht) lower than standard diesel, aiming to shield supply chains from inflation and support local farmers

The Commerce Ministry is rolling out nationwide cost-of-living relief through the Thai Help Thai and Blue Flag schemes, while also helping farmers cut fertiliser costs under the Green Flag Plus project.

Measures include higher fuel reserves, more imports, standby tankers and tighter stock monitoring to keep supplies flowing during the holiday.

Thai PM demands strict legal action against energy hoarders and coordinates relief for vulnerable groups as Middle East tensions drive 'panic demand'

Thailand’s Commerce Ministry is stepping up daily inspections to prevent overpricing and hoarding, while rolling out the ‘Thai Helps Thai’ scheme from April 1, 2026 with discounts of up to 50% on selected essentials.

Deputy PM Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn says the Transport Ministry is proposing three urgent measures to cushion operators and protect passengers during high fuel prices, including targeted compensation, fare freezes and expanded fuel supply with B20 support.

Deputy PM Pipat confirms the 300-baht entry fee for air arrivals will be tabled at the first Cabinet meeting, alongside a major ministry merger

A special Cabinet meeting approved seven measures, including possible excise tax cuts and aid for welfare recipients, transport, farmers, fisheries and SMEs.

Govt ramps up fuel deliveries and holiday reserves ahead of Songkran, while authorities seize 31,000 litres from an illegal oil depot in Saraburi

Thailand’s Provincial Administration Department has instructed all governors, district chiefs and local leaders to inspect petrol stations and report daily fuel stocks, aiming to prevent hoarding and ensure timely measures amid supply concerns.

The prime minister instructed multiple agencies to urgently work together, evaluate the economic impact and prepare a joint response if the oil crisis persists.

Deputy PM Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn says Thailand will have sufficient fuel during Songkran 2026, with public transport operators prepared and fares unchanged, as the ministry forecasts 18.58 million passenger-trips and free expressway and motorway travel on key routes.

Energy Regulatory Commission has proposed three electricity tariff options for May-August 2026, with rates ranging from Bt3.95 to Bt4.59 a unit amid rising gas costs