BANGKOK — Oil tankers will be permitted to operate around the clock for one month under special government measures aimed at accelerating fuel deliveries to petrol stations across the country and alleviating crippling shortages that have left many pumps dry. Truckers End Laem Chabang Rally, Vow to Keep Pressing Government on Fuel Crisis Interior Permanent […]
CHONBURI — Transport operators who gathered near Laem Chabang Port on Wednesday have dispersed following a symbolic truck convoy aimed at forcing the government to take immediate action against soaring fuel prices and domestic shortages that are paralyzing the logistics industry. Pump Prices to Rise Starting Wednesday as Government Adjusts Fuel Subsidies The Land Transport […]
BANGKOK — Thailand will commence construction of border fences along a part of its frontier with Cambodia next month as part of enhanced security measures following deadly clashes between the two nations last year amid persistent tensions, military officials announced. Thai Military Unveils Design for New Border Fence with Cambodia The first barrier will cover […]
BANGKOK — Thailand’s vital fishing industry is facing a severe crisis as diesel shortages and soaring prices force vessels to remain in port, with industry leaders warning that more than half of the country’s 9,000 fishing boats may be unable to operate. Pump Prices to Rise Starting Wednesday as Government Adjusts Fuel Subsidies Many fishing […]
BANGKOK — The Thai government will allow retail fuel prices to rise gradually from Wednesday while maintaining heavy subsidies on standard diesel to cushion the impact on consumers, Deputy Prime Minister and Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn announced at Government House on Tuesday morning. Energy Minister: No Fuel Crisis for Thailand Despite Mideast War The minister […]
Chulalongkorn University, in collaboration with the Thai Red Cross Society and Specialty Innovation Co., Ltd., held a press conference announcing the licensing agreement for research utilization and the launch of “SALYWA”, an artificial saliva product made from Thai herbal extracts. The product is designed to relieve dry mouth and reduced saliva production, particularly among cancer patients undergoing radiation therapy and elderly individuals. The initiative aims to bring […]
BANGKOK – A former deputy director of Thailand’s National Intelligence Agency is advising the government to prioritize national security and public safety over the sheer volume of tourist arrivals, as concerns mount over the country’s visa-free entry policy, Thai PBS reported. Brace for Tighter Screening: Thai Airports Ramp Up Security Nantiwat Samart, who previously served […]
BANGKOK — Thailand has sought an explanation and an apology from Iran over its attack on a Thai-flagged cargo vessel near the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, which damaged the ship and left three crew members still missing, the Foreign Ministry announced. Thai Cargo Ship Attacked Near Strait of Hormuz, Three Crew Missing Iranian Ambassador […]
