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Business urges tougher anti-corruption push: state must act, private sector must stop paying
Business urges tougher anti-corruption push: state must act, private sector must stop paying
THURSDAY, MARCH 19, 2026
Thai Chamber of Commerce chairman Poj Aramwattananont says corruption is worsening, with hidden costs in public procurement rising to 30-40%, undermining investor confidence. He calls for stricter enforcement, zero bribe-paying, and broader private-sector alliances, including the use of digital systems and AI to reduce discretion.Oil crunch hits Chiang Mai’s red songthaews: fewer tourists, higher costs squeeze drivers
Oil crunch hits Chiang Mai’s red songthaews: fewer tourists, higher costs squeeze drivers
THURSDAY, MARCH 19, 2026
Chiang Mai’s iconic red songthaew operators say fuel shortages and higher pump prices are tightening margins as tourist numbers fall. A cooperative leader warns diesel stocks are running low and calls on the government to address fuel and rising living costs.Thailand to experience hotter weather as thunderstorms remain possible
Thailand to experience hotter weather as thunderstorms remain possible
THURSDAY, MARCH 19, 2026
Daytime heat is expected to build across upper Thailand, while scattered thunderstorms may still occur in parts of the country, with Bangkok and its vicinity also at risk of rain.Brent tops $110 as Middle East energy sites come under attack
Brent tops $110 as Middle East energy sites come under attack
THURSDAY, MARCH 19, 2026
Brent crude rose above US$110 after fresh attacks on Middle East energy sites, while the US weighs more troop deployments and markets brace for wider disruptionFed holds rates steady, warns of fallout from Iran war
Fed holds rates steady, warns of fallout from Iran war
THURSDAY, MARCH 19, 2026
The Fed kept interest rates unchanged and warned the Iran war could heighten risks to inflation, oil prices and the wider US economic outlookMitsubishi Electric's auto-related unit may accept external capital
Mitsubishi Electric's auto-related unit may accept external capital
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 2026
Japan's Mitsubishi Electric Corp. is considering accepting external capital for its slumping automobile system and equipment unit, it has been learned.Many major Japan firms fully accept pay hike demands
Many major Japan firms fully accept pay hike demands
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 2026
Many major Japanese companies fully accepted their unions' pay hike demands on Wednesday (March 18), when this year's "shunto" spring labour-management negotiations reached a climax.Japan pump price hits record high of 190.8 yen
Japan pump price hits record high of 190.8 yen
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 2026
The average retail price of regular gasoline in Japan surged by 29 yen from a week earlier to a record high of 190.8 yen per litre as of Monday, the industry ministry said Wednesday (March 18).Their Majesties visit Huayxone-Huayxua agricultural centre in Laos
Their Majesties visit Huayxone-Huayxua agricultural centre in Laos
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 2026
Their Majesties the King and Queen visited the Huayxone-Huayxua Agricultural Development and Service Centre in Vientiane on March 18, highlighting Thai-Lao cooperation in sustainable agriculture.Northeast hardest hit as PM2.5 exceeds standard in many provinces
Northeast hardest hit as PM2.5 exceeds standard in many provinces
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 2026
CAPM says PM2.5 has breached the standard in several regions, with the Northeast worst affected, while Bangkok and the South remain in the good range.