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UTA starts U-Tapao airport and eastern aviation city project
FRIDAY, APRIL 03, 2026
The project moves into development after the NTP takes effect, while EECO pushes support measures and the HSR link remains essential.
Myanmar’s coup leader Min Aung Hlaing elected president by pro-military parliament
FRIDAY, APRIL 03, 2026
Myanmar’s parliament has elected Min Aung Hlaing as president, formalising his move from junta chief to civilian leader five years after the 2021 coup, as conflict continues and resistance groups regroup.
Thailand Faces ‘Worst Energy Crisis in History’ as Diesel Prices Treble
FRIDAY, APRIL 03, 2026
The Energy Ministry plans to reclaim refinery windfall profits to rescue the national Fuel Fund as global prices soar towards $300 per barrel
Vietnam weighs state-backed stock stabilisation fund after war-driven sell-off
FRIDAY, APRIL 03, 2026
Vietnam is considering a government-backed stabilisation fund and other market-support measures after the VN-Index slid sharply in March, with the prime minister’s office asking the finance ministry and central bank to review proposals ahead of an FTSE Russell status review.
Anutin names six oil-hoarding tricks, orders DSI crackdown
FRIDAY, APRIL 03, 2026
PM Anutin Charnvirakul orders DSI to pursue oil hoarders, citing six suspected scam tactics amid Thailand’s energy security crisis
Human Remains Discovered Aboard Thai Vessel Following Strait of Hormuz Incident
FRIDAY, APRIL 03, 2026
The Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirms search teams have found remains on the damaged 'Mayuree Naree' after a fire and flooding in the engine room
Yodchanan lays out AI-led education reform to tackle inequality
FRIDAY, APRIL 03, 2026
He says transport links, digital systems and labour-aligned curricula must work together to break intergenerational poverty in Thailand.
Thailand to tear up MOU 44 as Hun Sen blocks border reset
FRIDAY, APRIL 03, 2026
Thailand is set to scrap MOU 44 with Cambodia, reviving tensions over maritime claims, border control, Koh Kood and stalled dam removal
Thai Airways announces stricter power bank rules for flights
FRIDAY, APRIL 03, 2026
Thai Airways says passengers may carry only two power banks each and must not use or charge them on board under ICAO safety rules effective March 27, 2026.
KPI Poll shows Thais doubt government's energy crisis response
FRIDAY, APRIL 03, 2026
Respondents also backed selective budget cuts to fund temporary energy relief, despite weak confidence in the new government's ability to manage the crisis.