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Brent gains 1.8% on October 12 after Saudi Arabia attacks
Brent gains 1.8% on October 12 after Saudi Arabia attacks
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2026
Brent reached its highest close since September 15 as attacks on Saudi Arabia outweighed the prospect of more Russian diesel suppliesTMD warns of heavy rain and storm waves above 2m in Thailand on October 13
TMD warns of heavy rain and storm waves above 2m in Thailand on October 13
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2026
Bangkok and several Thai regions face heavy rain and flash-flood risks as the weather department issues its final advisory for this event.World Bank President underscores ‘small AI’ as a path forward for Thailand and emerging economies
World Bank President underscores ‘small AI’ as a path forward for Thailand and emerging economies
MONDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2026
Thailand’s manufacturing strengths offer opportunities in global technology supply chains and the data centre boom, but investment must support its goal of becoming a high-income economy by 2037, the World Bank saysJakarta plans public transport expansion to boats and aircraft
Jakarta plans public transport expansion to boats and aircraft
MONDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2026
TransJakarta is due to take over boat services to Jakarta’s Thousand Islands by June 2027, while air transport remains a medium- to long-term plan.TMD issues heavy rain warning No. 12 through October 13
TMD issues heavy rain warning No. 12 through October 13
MONDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2026
Bangkok is among areas at risk of heavy rain on October 13, with warnings of flash floods, landslides and rough seas in thundershowers.Day 1 in Bangkok: From AI Hype to Adoption, and Thai Heritage on Show
Day 1 in Bangkok: From AI Hype to Adoption, and Thai Heritage on Show
MONDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2026
AI adoption and trust dominated day one of the IMF-World Bank meetings, as Thailand welcomed delegates with Nora dance, massage and a Royal Legacy showThailand cuts Chao Phraya Dam releases as northern inflows ease
Thailand cuts Chao Phraya Dam releases as northern inflows ease
MONDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2026
Thailand reduces dam discharges to ease downstream flooding while maintaining drainage operations and preparing the South for more heavy rain.IMF finds AI skills demand twice as high in exposed jobs on October 12
IMF finds AI skills demand twice as high in exposed jobs on October 12
MONDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2026
Developing Asia needs 150 million new jobs in a decade as AI reshapes hiring, IMF economist Divya Kirti told the annual meetings in Bangkok.World-renowned economist proposes tax reforms for Thailand’s growth
World-renowned economist proposes tax reforms for Thailand’s growth
MONDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2026
Economist Arthur Laffer proposes a gradual rise in value-added tax to 10%, fewer tax breaks and subsidy reform to strengthen Thailand’s public finances.Go Without AI Once a Week, Tech Adviser Tells IMF Audience in Bangkok
Go Without AI Once a Week, Tech Adviser Tells IMF Audience in Bangkok
MONDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2026
Dr Ayesha Khanna tells IMF Inspired that people need AI-free practice to keep core skills, alongside people-first business plans and national AI strategies