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Anutin calls oil sector talks over vanishing fuel shortages at petrol stations
Anutin calls oil sector talks over vanishing fuel shortages at petrol stations
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 2026
Anutin will bring together refiners, traders and other key players in the fuel supply chain to examine supply flows and address shortages reported at some petrol stations, despite official assurances that national stocks remain sufficient.Middle East conflict drives Asia towards coal amid LNG shortages
Middle East conflict drives Asia towards coal amid LNG shortages
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 2026
Asian utilities are boosting coal-fired power generation to cut costs and safeguard energy supply, industry officials say, as the US-Israeli war on Iran chokes liquefied natural gas (LNG) shipments and soaring prices threaten to suppress LNG demand.Thailand’s 2026 heat index may exceed 52°C, with three regions at highest risk
Thailand’s 2026 heat index may exceed 52°C, with three regions at highest risk
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 2026
Thailand’s heat index in 2026 could climb above 52°C, reaching a very dangerous level. The North, Northeast and Central regions face the highest risk.SPC and BJC, warn of soaring costs and urge retailers to build up stocks
SPC and BJC, warn of soaring costs and urge retailers to build up stocks
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 2026
Saha Pathanapibul and BJC, two major consumer goods companies, have warned retailers of the impact of unrest in the Middle East, which has driven up raw material, packaging and transport costs and may affect product availability and deliveries.Cabinet orders suspension of overseas study trips as energy prices rise
Cabinet orders suspension of overseas study trips as energy prices rise
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 2026
The Cabinet has instructed all state agencies to suspend overseas study trips in a bid to ease pressure on public finances amid rising energy prices.Phiphat halts Khlong Saen Saep fare rise amid Middle East-linked fuel pressure
Phiphat halts Khlong Saen Saep fare rise amid Middle East-linked fuel pressure
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 2026
Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn has ordered tighter oversight of fares after the Khlong Saen Saep boat operator signalled a 1-baht increase this week.Makro-Lotus’s Partners with Department of Internal Trade, Advances Mission to Deliver Fruits from Farms to Consumers Nationwide
Makro-Lotus’s Partners with Department of Internal Trade, Advances Mission to Deliver Fruits from Farms to Consumers Nationwide
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 2026
Supplying Quality Fresh Aromatic Coconuts to Support Thai FarmersUSS Tripoli heads for Middle East as US deploys 2,500 Marines
USS Tripoli heads for Middle East as US deploys 2,500 Marines
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 2026
The amphibious assault ship was seen in the Singapore Strait as Washington moved about 2,500 additional Marines west and strengthened its options around the Strait of Hormuz crisis.Iran launches cluster-warhead strike on Israel after Larijani assassination
Iran launches cluster-warhead strike on Israel after Larijani assassination
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 2026
Iran launched missiles fitted with cluster munitions at Israel, killing two civilians, in what it said was retaliation for the assassination of Iran’s top security chief Ali Larijani.Ireland marks St Patrick’s Day in Bangkok as Minister Charlie McConalogue visits Thailand
Ireland marks St Patrick’s Day in Bangkok as Minister Charlie McConalogue visits Thailand
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 2026
The Embassy of Ireland in Thailand hosted St Patrick’s Day celebrations on March 18, 2026, welcoming visiting Irish Minister Charlie McConalogue TD and showcasing Irish culture, hospitality and growing ties with Thailand.