Economy · National NewsThai PM Apologizes for Fuel Mismanagement Amid Middle East Disruptions
Thailand's PM apologizes for fuel mismanagement as Middle East disruptions last longer than expected. What this means for residents' costs.
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Economy · National NewsFuel Prices Across Thailand's Southern Border Drive Smuggling Crisis
Three arrested in Narathiwat as cheap Malaysian petrol smuggling costs Thailand millions. Why residents should care about border fuel trafficking.
Economy · National NewsSongkran Travel Gets Expensive: Thailand's Sudden Fuel Price Shock Hits Wallets Hard
Thailand's pump prices jumped 6 baht per liter, raising travel and grocery costs during Songkran. What residents should expect and how to prepare.
National News · ImmigrationPattaya's ฿2.3 Billion Gambling Bust: What Expats and Landlords Need to Know
Major crackdown on illegal gambling in Pattaya exposes ฿2.3B operation. Expats and landlords face new legal risks and stricter enforcement. Stay compliant.
Economy · National NewsThailand's Factory Output Dips 0.04% in February, Missing Forecasts
Thailand's manufacturing output fell 0.04% in February, missing analyst forecasts. What this means for factory workers and investors in Thailand's export sectors.
Economy · National NewsDiesel Prices Could Hit ฿60 per Liter: What Rising Fuel Costs Mean for Your Wallet in Thailand
Diesel prices could surge to ฿60/liter in Thailand, affecting food, transport, and inflation. Discover what this means for residents and businesses.
Economy · National NewsFuel Prices Rise as Thailand Ends Pump Subsidies: What Residents Pay Now
Thailand scraps fuel price caps for targeted subsidies. Diesel and gasoline prices will now fluctuate with global markets. Find out cost impacts for residents.
National News · ImmigrationThailand's Traffic Fine Enforcement Begins April 1, 2026: What Residents Need to Know
Traffic enforcement in Thailand begins April 1, 2026. Learn penalties, documentation requirements, and how it affects expats driving in Bangkok.
Economy · National NewsRising Oil Prices and Weak Baht Drive Up Thailand's Cost of Living
Surging crude prices weaken the Thai baht, driving up fuel, electricity, and food costs. Learn what this means for your budget in the coming weeks.