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Sanctions standoff — China rejects US curbs on Iranian oil trade
Sanctions standoff — China rejects US curbs on Iranian oil trade
MONDAY, MAY 04, 2026
China issues injunction against US sanctions on five refineries, calling measures illegal and defending energy security and trade sovereigntyThailand monitors 8 reservoirs despite adequate water supplies
Thailand monitors 8 reservoirs despite adequate water supplies
MONDAY, MAY 04, 2026
ONWR says national reservoir storage stands at 59% of capacity, with more rain forecast and 8 large reservoirs under watch.Blocked in Hormuz — Trump moves to help stranded vessels
Blocked in Hormuz — Trump moves to help stranded vessels
MONDAY, MAY 04, 2026
US plans aid for vessels trapped in the Strait of Hormuz as Trump weighs Iran’s proposal and regional tensions disrupt vital shipping routesThailand plans THB400bn emergency loan decree without raising debt ceiling
Thailand plans THB400bn emergency loan decree without raising debt ceiling
MONDAY, MAY 04, 2026
Thailand prepares THB400bn borrowing decree to cushion Middle East crisis impact, keeping public debt within 70% ceiling and using Covid-era project screening modelJapan eyes Mercosur trade deal to strengthen economic security
Japan eyes Mercosur trade deal to strengthen economic security
SUNDAY, MAY 03, 2026
Tokyo sees a pact with South America's Mercosur bloc as a way to broaden markets and secure key materials amid US tariffs and China export curbs.Japan’s Golden Week tourism strained by falling water levels
Japan’s Golden Week tourism strained by falling water levels
SUNDAY, MAY 03, 2026
Boat tours, hot spring operators and lakeside businesses are cutting hours or changing routes as low rainfall keeps water levels down.The coolest neighborhood in Asia? Exploring Song Wad viral food
The coolest neighborhood in Asia? Exploring Song Wad viral food
SUNDAY, MAY 03, 2026
Welcome to Song Wad street, the historic neighborhood that’s officially becoming the trendiest spot in Bangkok City! In this episode, we’re taking you on a hunt through the alleys of this old trade district to find the most unique treats you’ve ever seen.Labour minister orders foreign worker permit checks across Thailand
Labour minister orders foreign worker permit checks across Thailand
SUNDAY, MAY 03, 2026
Julapun Amornvivat says officials will inspect workplaces after nine Thai and foreign suspects were arrested at a Koh Phangan childcare facility.Thailand’s first Tough Mudder boosts sports tourism with 2,000 runners, B150m impact
Thailand’s first Tough Mudder boosts sports tourism with 2,000 runners, B150m impact
SUNDAY, MAY 03, 2026
Thailand’s first globally licensed Tough Mudder event in Pattaya drew more than 2,000 participants from over 20 countries and generated more than 150 million baht in economic activity, strengthening the country’s sports tourism push.Long-stay visa is not a key driver for foreign condominium buyers
Long-stay visa is not a key driver for foreign condominium buyers
SUNDAY, MAY 03, 2026
Long-stay visas don’t drive foreign condo demand as buyers prioritise lifestyle, stability and rules. Oversupply and weak demand weigh on Thailand’s market.