Cabinet approves THB20bn loan to shore up Oil Fuel Fund amid energy crunch
TUESDAY, APRIL 28, 2026
The Cabinet has approved a THB20 billion emergency loan for the Oil Fuel Fund Office to ease liquidity strains as the fund’s net position stays more than THB53bn in the red.
Chao Phraya Express Boat cuts all fares by 1 baht from May 1
TUESDAY, APRIL 28, 2026
Chao Phraya Express Boat will reduce fares on all services by 1 baht from May 1 after diesel prices fell to 40.25 baht per litre, offering relief to river commuters after earlier fuel-driven fare hikes.
Central Pattana, China Mobile International launch smart tourism push for Chinese visitors
TUESDAY, APRIL 28, 2026
Central Pattana has partnered with China Mobile International and JegoTrip to offer digital travel privileges for Chinese tourists across 14 malls in Thailand, aiming to boost spending and support sustainable tourism growth.
Hormuz blocked, but Russian-linked superyacht gets through
TUESDAY, APRIL 28, 2026
A US$500 million superyacht linked to sanctioned Russian billionaire Alexey Mordashov has crossed the restricted Strait of Hormuz, raising questions over how it gained passage.