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Iran seeks 5–7% cargo fees in proposed Hormuz deal
Iran seeks 5–7% cargo fees in proposed Hormuz deal
THURSDAY, AUGUST 06, 2026
Oman is discussing a 3% charge and Washington wants none, while a proposed 60-day interim plan would suspend tolls during mine clearance.Iran-Oman Hormuz proposal raises questions over Gulf shipping control
Iran-Oman Hormuz proposal raises questions over Gulf shipping control
THURSDAY, AUGUST 06, 2026
A proposed Iran-Oman arrangement could give Tehran authority over ships entering the Gulf, but fees, inspections and outbound traffic remain unresolved.Oil falls sharply as Trump cancels Iran strikes, but Tehran denies talks
Oil falls sharply as Trump cancels Iran strikes, but Tehran denies talks
TUESDAY, AUGUST 04, 2026
Oil prices dropped more than 5% after Donald Trump said he had called off planned attacks on Iran and claimed talks were under way, though Tehran denied any negotiations were taking place.US backs yen intervention as fears grow over Japan selling Treasuries
US backs yen intervention as fears grow over Japan selling Treasuries
MONDAY, AUGUST 03, 2026
The United States has joined Japan in rare yen-buying intervention, aiming to stabilise the currency and avoid forced sales of US Treasury holdings that could shake global markets.US to establish permanent visa bonds for nationals of 50 countries
US to establish permanent visa bonds for nationals of 50 countries
SUNDAY, AUGUST 02, 2026
The US will make its visa bond programme permanent for business and tourist applicants from 50 countries, with consular officers able to require bonds of up to US$20,000.About 1,100 Thais die overseas each year, data show
About 1,100 Thais die overseas each year, data show
SATURDAY, AUGUST 01, 2026
Consular Department figures show 1,100–1,300 Thai deaths overseas annually, led by cases in the US, South Korea, Japan and IsraelBessent note points to possible US yen purchase after Japan steps in
Bessent note points to possible US yen purchase after Japan steps in
SATURDAY, AUGUST 01, 2026
A Reuters photo showed US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s notepad mentioning a possible US$5-10 billion yen purchase, after reports that Washington had alerted banks to possible intervention.World reacts sharply to Trump’s new tariffs as countries weigh retaliation
World reacts sharply to Trump’s new tariffs as countries weigh retaliation
FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2026
Several countries have rejected US claims over forced labour in supply chains after President Donald Trump announced new import tariffs of 10-12.5% on around 60 countries and territories, including Thailand.Thai exports surge 20.8% in June, driven by electronics and AI-era demand
Thai exports surge 20.8% in June, driven by electronics and AI-era demand
FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2026
Thailand’s exports rose for the 24th consecutive month in June, powered by electronics, phones and industrial goods, though US tariff risks may weigh on the second half.Thai exports hit by new US 12.5% Section 301 tariff over forced labour rules
Thai exports hit by new US 12.5% Section 301 tariff over forced labour rules
FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2026
The United States has imposed an additional 12.5% Section 301 tariff on most Thai imports, with electronics, tyres, appliances, processed food and textiles among key sectors affected.