Muang Thai Life (MTL) Named Official Insurance Partner for BYD HYROX Bangkok, Promoting "Go Healthier with MTL" Concept
TUESDAY, MARCH 17, 2026
BANGKOK – Muang Thai Life Assurance Public Company Limited (MTL), a leader in holistic health solutions, has announced its role as the Official Insurance Partner for BYD HYROX Bangkok. This world-class fitness racing event, combining running with functional training, is set to take place from March 20–22, 2026 at BITEC Bangna.
NESDC Evaluates Triple Scenarios for Thai Economy Amid Middle East Volatility
TUESDAY, MARCH 17, 2026
NESDC reveals every 1-baht rise in diesel prices shaves 0.02% off Thailand’s GDP, warning of potential stagflation if Middle East conflict is protracted
Italian PM orders troop withdrawal, rules out joining US-Israel-Iran war
TUESDAY, MARCH 17, 2026
Italy said it was prioritising diplomacy, stability and de-escalation as regional security deteriorated, while beginning to withdraw some troops from Iraq amid the widening Middle East conflict.
Vietnam faces April flight cutbacks as aviation fuel supplies tighten
TUESDAY, MARCH 17, 2026
The Vietnamese authorities have warned the country’s aviation industry to prepare for potential flight reductions from April after China and Thailand halted exports of jet fuel because of the Iran war, increasing the likelihood of shortages.
Thai FDA says medicine supplies are secure for 90 days despite Middle East tensions
TUESDAY, MARCH 17, 2026
Thailand’s Food and Drug Administration says medicine and medical supply stocks remain under control for at least 90 days, with no shortages of critical drugs, though rising logistics and packaging costs are putting pressure on the pharmaceutical industry.
Iranian media say US-Israeli strikes killed 226 women and 204 children in Iran
TUESDAY, MARCH 17, 2026
Iran’s government spokesperson, quoted by semi-official media, said US-Israeli strikes killed 226 women and 204 children, while more than 61,000 civilian sites across Iran were damaged.
IRGC warns US companies of possible attacks, names 15 targets
TUESDAY, MARCH 17, 2026
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said sites linked to 15 American companies in the Middle East could be at risk, urging employees and nearby residents to leave for their safety.