UBON RATCHATHANI – A sudden military ban on fuel exports has left hundreds of tanker trucks stranded at the Chong Mek border crossing, a key gateway into Laos. Thailand’s Second Army Area Command imposed the ban on all fuels and military materiel, effective from midnight, citing security concerns linked to escalating clashes on the Thai-Cambodian […]
BANGKOK — Thailand does not face a fuel crisis as a consequence of the Mideast war, Energy Minister Atthapol Rerkpiboon said on Tuesday, seeking to calm public concerns amid localized shortages and panic-buying in some provinces. Thailand has enough oil for local consumption, but prices will rise: Government Supplies are being delivered gradually, according to […]
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 […]
NAKHON PHANOM – A prominent temple in northeastern Thailand has suspended cremation services due to a regional fuel shortage, as local gas stations implement strict rationing measures that prevent religious institutions from securing adequate fuel supplies for funeral rites. Pump Prices to Rise Starting Wednesday as Government Adjusts Fuel Subsidies Wat Mahathat, a major religious […]
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 […]
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 — 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 […]
BANGKOK – Fishing fleets across Thailand are grinding to a halt as surging fuel prices and persistent shortages push operating costs beyond sustainable levels, threatening the livelihoods of thousands of fishermen and the stability of coastal economies. Thailand’s Fishing Industry Grinds to Halt as Diesel Shortages Bite Phubet Jantanimi, honorary adviser to the Purse Seine […]
BANGKOK – Rising fuel and transport costs are threatening to drive up prices of essential goods across Thailand, with consumer staples already showing signs of inflationary pressure as the Commerce Ministry works to stabilise retail prices until at least April. Rising Fuel Costs Force Fishing Fleets Across Thailand to Dock Somchai Pornrattanajaroen, honorary adviser to […]
BANGKOK – Fuel shortages, particularly diesel, have intensified across several provinces, with long queues forming at petrol stations, supplies running out within hours, and motorists left waiting without certainty of refuelling as distribution struggles to keep pace with surging demand. Rising Fuel Costs in Thailand Threaten to Push Grocery Prices Higher The shortfall deepened in […]