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Thailand considers national food reserves as NSC prepares for prolonged Middle East conflict
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 05, 2026
Thailand’s National Security Council is considering a national food reserve as it rates a prolonged but contained Middle East war the most likely of four scenarios.
TAT targets 11 million long-haul tourists in 2027 despite rising costs
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 03, 2026
TAT targets 11 million long-haul visitors and THB730 billion revenue in 2027, while rising oil prices and Middle East conflict threaten travel demand.
Oil falls over 7% on November 2 amid Iran peace hopes
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 03, 2026
Brent settles at US$104.77 a barrel as Iran signals scope for peace talks, while analysts highlight risks to Middle East oil supplies
World Bank forecasts 23% commodity price surge as Middle East war disrupts supply
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2026
The World Bank forecasts a 23% rise in global commodity prices in 2026 as the Middle East war, energy shortages and food-supply disruptions fuel inflation risks.
Thailand’s NSC denies advising the public to keep a 72-hour supply
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2026
The National Security Council is monitoring the Middle East conflict and urges people to follow trusted government sources to prevent panic.
Riyadh airport faces fresh Houthi warning ahead of reopening
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2026
Yemen's Houthis say Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport remains a military target as two terminals prepare to reopen following an October 10 attack.
Thai immigration confirms missing Dutch TV host has left Thailand
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2026
Records show Emile Ratelband left for Laos in late 2025, while his friend flew to the Middle East the same day. Neither has been recorded returning to Thailand.
November WTI falls 1.8% to US$101.79 a barrel on October 20
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2026
Iran's president met Pakistan's army chief in Tehran on October 20 to discuss US–Iran mediation, while energy supply risks persisted.
ADB president warns Asia-Pacific inflation could persist and worsen
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2026
Higher borrowing costs are adding to repayment pressures on developing nations, while the bank forecasts regional growth of 5.0% in 2026.
IMF Warns Global Resilience 'Reaching its Limits' as Risks Tilt Downward
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2026
Fund says buffers are wearing thin as war, AI and debt risks mount, urging governments to rebuild fiscal space and supply-side resilience now