Safe passage for Thai ships
THE South-East Asian nation has reached a deal with Iran to allow Thai oil vessels safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, its prime minister said.
Launch of tourist entry fee to be fast-tracked
The incoming "Anutin 2" administration is set to fast-track the controversial tourism entry fee, with Deputy Prime Minister and Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn confirming the proposal will be tabled during the government's first Cabinet meeting.
Oil prices crippling a billion-dollar food source
A surge in diesel prices triggered by the US-Israeli conflict with Iran is pushing Thailand's multi-billion-dollar fishing industry towards a standstill, with fishermen warning that their boats could be idled within days unless the government steps in.
Tanker safely transits Strait of Hormuz after talks with Iran
An oil tanker has safely passed through the Strait of Hormuz following diplomatic coordination between Thailand and Iran, and was not required to pay to escape the blockade, a Thai official and the oil major that owns the vessel said.
Curb on inflated prices
The Interior Ministry has ordered provincial authorities nationwide to intensify controls over fuel and consumer goods prices, warning that those who hoard supplies, manipulate prices or violate emergency measures could face up to 10 years in prison and fines of up to 100,000 baht (RM12,100).
Back to coal to beat energy crisis
Asian countries are turning to coal as the West Asia conflict disrupts oil and gas shipments.
Bangkok warns of disruption to key medicine supplies, prices
THE Public Health Ministry is rolling out a three-phase plan to manage medicine supplies and healthcare services as the conflict in the Middle East shows signs of dragging on, with officials warning that drug prices are likely to rise.
Anutin back for second term as PM
Anutin Charnvirakul sailed through a parliamentary vote to become the first re-elected prime minister in two decades, a fresh mandate that could bring rare stability for the turbulent politics of the country.
20 Thai sailors back home after attack
TWENTY Thai crew members of a cargo ship attacked in the crucial Strait of Hormuz arrived in Thailand, with three of their colleagues still stranded on the vessel in the Gulf.
Parliament to elect new PM
THE parliament will hold a session on Thursday to vote on a new prime minister, House Speaker Sophon Zaram said, following last month's general election.
