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Iran war grounds 40,000 flights, sends fares up more than 70%
Iran war grounds 40,000 flights, sends fares up more than 70%
TUESDAY, MARCH 24, 2026
The Iran war has disrupted global aviation, with over 40,000 flights affected and fares rising more than 70%, adding pressure to Thailand’s tourism outlookFuel price hike needed to protect Oil Fuel Fund
Fuel price hike needed to protect Oil Fuel Fund
TUESDAY, MARCH 24, 2026
The government says the latest fuel price increase was unavoidable as global oil prices surged and the Oil Fuel Fund slipped deeper into deficit.Transport Co holds fares and services steady despite diesel spike, prepares extra buses for Songkran rush
Transport Co holds fares and services steady despite diesel spike, prepares extra buses for Songkran rush
TUESDAY, MARCH 24, 2026
Thailand’s state bus operator Transport Company says it will not raise fares or cut services despite higher diesel prices, citing long-term PTT supply contracts and daily fuel reserves, while expecting Songkran passenger numbers to jump 30%.Phuket faces 100-day water countdown if dry weather persists
Phuket faces 100-day water countdown if dry weather persists
TUESDAY, MARCH 24, 2026
Phuket is facing water supply risks during the dry season, with current reserves estimated to last another 100 days, as agencies accelerate water management measures and prepare emergency backup plans.Middle East conflict threatens Thailand's rice export target
Middle East conflict threatens Thailand's rice export target
TUESDAY, MARCH 24, 2026
Higher freight rates, fuel costs and insurance premiums are disrupting Thai rice trade, with Iraq shipments stalled and buyers delaying orders.Iran launches fresh missile barrage on Israel, rejects Trump talks
Iran launches fresh missile barrage on Israel, rejects Trump talks
TUESDAY, MARCH 24, 2026
Iran launched fresh waves of missile attacks on Israel, including Tel Aviv, while Tehran rejected Trump’s claims of productive talks as false and market-driven.Thailand expands crackdown on intellectual property crime
Thailand expands crackdown on intellectual property crime
TUESDAY, MARCH 24, 2026
The Commerce Ministry and Justice Ministry have announced the results of raids and crackdowns on intellectual property violations, aiming to protect consumers, support legitimate traders and raise Thailand’s standards to the international level.Oil prices to stay high after Middle East energy attacks: NESDC
Oil prices to stay high after Middle East energy attacks: NESDC
TUESDAY, MARCH 24, 2026
Thailand’s planning agency says oil may remain elevated even if fighting eases, as damaged energy infrastructure in Arab states will take time to restore.US Embassy urges Americans to stay vigilant
US Embassy urges Americans to stay vigilant
TUESDAY, MARCH 24, 2026
The US Embassy in Bangkok has relayed a worldwide security warning urging Americans to stay alert as Iran-linked groups may target US interests abroadThe man behind Thailand’s first beer and a Bt100 billion empire
The man behind Thailand’s first beer and a Bt100 billion empire
TUESDAY, MARCH 24, 2026
More than a century ago, a boy named Boonrawd was born. His intelligence and business acumen later helped him create Thailand’s first beer and laid the foundations of Boon Rawd Brewery.