Trump eases Iran oil sanctions for 30 days to cap price surge
SATURDAY, MARCH 21, 2026
The Trump administration has issued a 30-day waiver for Iranian oil sales at sea, aiming to cool global crude prices after they surged above US$100 a barrel
Vietnam, not Thailand, preferred by European investors in ASEAN
SATURDAY, MARCH 21, 2026
European firms favor Vietnam over Thailand due to trade deals and stability, while Thailand remains competitive but needs political certainty to attract investment.
Trump signals possible wind-down in Iran as Tehran calls it psychological warfare
SATURDAY, MARCH 21, 2026
US President Donald Trump said he was considering scaling back military operations against Iran, but Tehran dismissed the remarks as psychological warfare aimed at unsettling the oil market.
Thailand weather alert: North set for 40C heat as storms, hail hit 51 provinces
SATURDAY, MARCH 21, 2026
Thailand faces scorching heat in the North, with thunderstorms, strong winds and hail forecast in 51 provinces, especially across the Northeast and East
Tourism groups seek Bt14bn relief as oil crisis dents travel confidence
SATURDAY, MARCH 21, 2026
FETTA has met with the TAT to urge the government to allocate oil quotas for tourism and approve Bt14 billion in support measures as the oil crisis threatens travel confidence ahead of Songkran.
Vietnam cuts MFN oil import tariff to 0% to tackle energy crisis
SATURDAY, MARCH 21, 2026
Vietnam has cut Most-Favoured Nation import tariffs on petrol and petroleum products to 0% until April 30, 2026, to stabilise energy supplies amid global market turmoil