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Govt to purge state secrets
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has ordered all state agencies to fully disclose public information and eliminate unnecessary secrecy as part of a nationwide anti-corruption campaign launched in cooperation with the private sector. Speaking at...
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Nippon Steel pledges long-term commitment to Thailand
Nippon Steel has reaffirmed its longterm commitment to Thailand, urging stronger government protection against an influx of substandard steel imports and expressing readiness to further expand investments in the country. Takahiro Mori, vice-chairman...
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Train driver in fatal crash admits to drug use
The train driver involved in Saturday’s deadly Asok–Phetchaburi railway crossing crash admitted to using methamphetamine and cannabis about 10 days before the accident, police said yesterday. Police said the driver admitted to regularly using both...
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PM pledges level crossing fix
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has pledged to pursue long-term safety measures, including replacing railway crossings with tunnels or elevated routes, following Saturday’s fatal collision between a freight train and a public bus at the Makkasan...
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City bus-train collision kills 8
>> At least eight people were killed and 32 others injured after a freight train collided with a public bus near Bangkok’s Airport Rail Link Makkasan Station yesterday afternoon, according to the Metropolitan Police Bureau. Police at Makkasan station...
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Thai, Cambodian armies deny reports of clashes
Thai and Cambodian military authorities have denied reports of armed clashes along the border after troops stationed near the Ta Maria operational base in Si Sa Ket heard what appeared to be a small explosion. The incident occurred at around 6.25pm on...
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Iran war overshadows Trump’s visit to China
BEIJING: US President Donald Trump was expected to ask China to help end the costly and unpopular Iran war in discussions with President Xi Jinping in Beijing yesterday, with peace talks stalled and the global economic cost of the conflict...
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Omens bode well, save rain
The annual Royal Ploughing Ceremony forecast lower rainfall for 2026 after the Lord of the Plough selected a six-span cloth during the traditional divination ritual, signalling possible drought conditions in some areas of the country. The predictions...
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Cabinet clears World Cup bid
The cabinet has approved the purchase of broadcasting rights for the Fifa World Cup to ensure Thai viewers can watch the tournament free of charge, though questions remain over the source of the 1.3-billionbaht budget for the acquisition. Government...
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Loan decree faces pushback
The future of the government’s 400-billion-baht emergency loan decree remains uncertain after opposition parties yesterday submitted a petition asking the House Speaker to forward the matter to the Constitutional Court for a ruling. Despite the legal...
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PM eyes mafia tactic in Phuket
PHUKET: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has vowed zero tolerance for mafia-style intimidation in this southern resort province after receiving complaints from residents and businesses about harassment by criminal gangs and influential groups linked...
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Cops hold Chinese man in arms case
>> Authorities are probing whether a large cache of military-grade weapons found in the possession of a Chinese national is linked to transnational crime networks. Speaking on arrival at Wing 6 military airport in Don Mueang yesterday, Prime Minister...
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Asean tackles Iran war spillover
Asean leaders placed energy security, food resilience and the protection of nationals abroad at the centre of the 48th Asean Summit, acknowledging the Iran conflict was already affecting Southeast Asia through rising prices and supply...
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B400bn loan gets cabinet nod
An emergency loan decree authorising up to 400 billion baht in borrowing to address the economic fallout from global crises, approved yesterday by the cabinet, will be submitted to parliament on May 14, according to Deputy Prime Minister and Finance...
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Land Bridge to face review
Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas has been appointed to lead a government committee tasked with studying the proposed Land Bridge project within a 90-day timeframe, according to Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul. Mr...
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Cabinet mulls loan plan
The cabinet will consider a borrowing framework worth several hundred billion baht to fund the government’s “Thai Chuay Thai Plus” (Thais Helping Thais Plus) programme tomorrow, along with other welfare measures and renewable energy...
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Chadchart teases another City Hall mayoral run
>> Chadchart Sittipunt has signalled he will run for another term as Bangkok governor, while the People’s Party (PP) has stepped up an early campaign for City Hall. In a social media post yesterday, Mr Chadchart outlined his initiative under the...
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Rites and regalia
The Rikssalen Hall of State at the Royal Palace of Stockholm is filled with royal guests attending the celebration of King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden’s 80th birthday. Their Majesties the King and Queen are seated at the far right, joining members of the...
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Plans laid for B500bn loan
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has confirmed that the government is laying the groundwork for a substantial borrowing plan of about 500 billion baht, as part of a broader effort to shore up a slowing economy and fund new stimulus...
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NEPC lifts limit on solar buyback deals
The National Energy Policy Council (NEPC) has approved unlimited rooftop solar buyback from households at 2.20 baht per unit and progressive electricity tariffs, with the first 200 units priced below 3 baht per unit. The decision was announced jointly...
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Energy reform to aid 20m
The cabinet has approved a reform of electricity pricing that will benefit more than 20 million households, cutting power costs while accelerating the adoption of solar energy nationwide. The revised electricity tariff structure is set to take effect...
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Singapore eyes bridge potential
Singapore is interested in Thailand’s Land Bridge project as a potential economic opportunity, though discussions remain at an early stage, government spokeswoman Rachada Dhnadirek said. Her remarks followed a meeting between Prime Minister Anutin...
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War to press ahead: US
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said a shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner yesterday would not deter him from the Iran war, and confirmed he has cancelled a planned envoy trip to Pakistan for peace talks with...
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US officials to go to Islamabad for Iran talks
>> ISLAMABAD: US negotiators were scheduled to leave for Pakistan yesterday, but Iran said its officials did not plan to meet the Americans to discuss ending the war. President Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff and son-in-law Jared Kushner...
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Court accepts MPs’ S112 case
The Supreme Court has accepted a petition alleging serious ethical misconduct against 44 former Move Forward Party (MFP) MPs over their proposed amendment to the lese majeste law. However, it declined to suspend 10 sitting MPs, now with the People’s...
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Govt to axe maritime pact
The National Security Council (NSC) has approved the cancellation of Memorandum of Understanding 44 (MoU44), a long-standing bilateral agreement with Cambodia on the demarcation of the countries’ maritime border. In its place, the government will...
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Debt hike a ‘last resort’
Raising the public debt ceiling or issuing emergency borrowing decrees will be considered as a “last resort”, only if global volatility persists and domestic fiscal resources prove insufficient, Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas says. Mr Ekniti,...
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PM mulls B500bn loan bid
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has instructed his deputy Ekniti Nitithanprapas and the Council of State to study the legal implications of issuing an emergency loan decree and expanding the country’s public debt ceiling. Mr Anutin emphasised that...
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New plan to lower oil price
Energy Minister Akanat Promphan has signalled that a second reduction in refining margins of more than 2 baht per litre could be implemented this week, raising expectations of relief at the pump. Mr Akanat said progress was being made on measures to...
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Iran shuts Hormuz Strait again
>> Iran’s military has again closed the Strait of Hormuz, just hours after briefly reopening the vital shipping lane, sending fresh shockwaves through global energy markets and maritime routes. The reversal followed a short-lived easing of...
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Minister warns of rising price pressure
Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun has acknowledged consumer goods are likely to become more expensive as production costs increase, despite government measures to ease the burden on households. Speaking after chairing a meeting on cost-of-living...
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Oman to deepen energy, defence ties
Thailand and Oman have agreed to deepen cooperation in defence and energy following an official visit by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow. Mr Sihasak held talks in Muscat on Wednesday with Prince Sayyid Shihab...
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Thailand backs energy drive
Thailand has reaffirmed its commitment to regional energy co-operation under the Asia Zero Emission Community (Azec), endorsing “Azec 2.0” to strengthen energy resilience and accelerate the transition to clean energy. Speaking at the Azec Plus Online...
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Tourism tops over Songkran
The tourism sector is expected to generate more than 30.35 billion baht in revenue during the Songkran holiday, up 6% from last year, says the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), with foreign visitors also making a bigger contribution. “TAT estimates...
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Songkran soaking
Songkran revellers are soaked by water showers in front of Central-World shopping mall.
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Talks fail on nuclear issue
ISLAMABAD: Iran and the United States failed to reach an agreement to end the war in the Middle East, US Vice President JD Vance said yesterday after marathon talks in Islamabad, adding he was leaving after giving Tehran the “final and best offer”. Mr...
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Cabinet approves relief measures
>> The cabinet has approved four major relief measures to ease living costs and cushion the impact of high fuel prices, including 5-billion-baht soft loans to support the adoption of solar energy and electric vehicles (EVs). Deputy Prime Minister and...
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MPs slam govt’s oil strategy
Opposition MPs yesterday launched a broad attack on the government, accusing it of benefiting from flawed oil management, ignoring alleged fuel hoarding and failing to address transparency concerns in the energy sector. During the second day of the...
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MPs grill govt on fuel plan
The energy crisis and soaring fuel prices — particularly the issue of refining margins — dominated parliamentary debate during a joint sitting in parliament yesterday, as opposition parties challenged the government’s policy statement. During the...
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Epac orders 2-baht refinery cut on diesel: Royal Gazette
The Royal Gazette has published an order by the Energy Policy Administration Committee (Epac) to reduce ex-refinery prices for all categories of high-speed diesel — B0, B7 and B20 — by 2 baht per litre, effective today. The measure is intended to...
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Diesel price to drop this week
The Energy Policy Administration Committee (Epac) has decided to reduce ex-refinery prices by 2 baht per litre, a move expected to lower domestic diesel prices by 2.14 baht per litre by Friday. The decision followed discussions between energy...
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Marking Chakri Day
Their Majesties the King and Queen leave after paying homage to the statue of King Rama I, founder of the Chakri dynasty, to mark Chakri Memorial Day at the Memorial Bridge yesterday.
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Diesel surges past B50/litre
Diesel prices have surged past 50 baht per litre, pushing up costs across the transport, tourism and agriculture sectors and prompting many Thais to either cancel or scale back their Songkran travel plans. As fuel prices reach record highs, Prime...
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Govt urged to sue errant oil refiners
>> Experts are calling for legal action and fuel price reform as the government seeks cooperation from oil refiners ahead of measures to cut prices. Korn Chatikavanij, deputy leader of the Democrat Party, urged the government to demonstrate genuine...
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PM slams fuel hoarding
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has acknowledged allegations of largescale fuel hoarding after authorities uncovered a discrepancy of some 57 million litres in Surat Thani. In response, he has ordered the Department of Special Investigation (DSI)...
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Govt eyes cutting fuel costs
A government-appointed committee has moved to slash domestic fuel prices by targeting what it describes as “unnecessary” cost components in the national pricing structure. The panel, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Ekniti...
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Fairer oil pricing vowed
Energy Minister Akanat Promphan has pledged to overhaul the country’s refinery margin mechanism to ensure fairer pricing for consumers. The newly appointed minister said he had discussed with the premier possible solutions to the energy crisis and...
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Cabinet ready for oath-taking
The newly appointed cabinet is preparing for its oath-taking ceremony, expected on April 6, with Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul outlining key policy priorities ranging from energy and environmental issues to anti-corruption and a renewed crackdown...
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PM submits cabinet line-up for approval
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has formally submitted his new cabinet for royal endorsement following the completion of vetting procedures, with the government aiming to present its policy statement to parliament before the Songkran...
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Fuel ‘sufficient’ as holiday nears
The government has confirmed there are sufficient fuel supplies to meet demand during the upcoming Songkran holiday, as authorities intensify nationwide distribution and monitoring efforts to ease public concerns over possible shortages. The...
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PM apologises for fuel ‘chaos’
>> Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has apologised for the “chaos” in the past weeks surrounding the issue of energy supplies, but maintained it was the public’s panic buying that was causing a temporary shortage. Mr Anutin attended a “Meet the...
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Diesel tax to drop by 1 baht per litre
The government is preparing to reduce the excise tax on diesel by one baht per litre, aiming to ease the rising cost burden on consumers, even though the move is expected to cost the state up to 2 billion baht per month. Deputy Prime Minister Phiphat...
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Govt moves to ease fuel burden
The government is preparing to reduce excise taxes on fuel in an effort to stabilise domestic retail prices, following a sharp surge driven by the Middle East war. The move comes after petrol and diesel prices in Thailand jumped by six baht per litre,...
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Govt rolls out targeted help
Thailand has abandoned costly price caps on fuels introduced earlier this month as the government rolls out targeted assistance for sectors hardest hit by surging energy costs linked to the war in the Middle East. Deputy Prime Minister and Finance...
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Govt eyes fuel tax reduction
The government may be forced to implement fuel tax reductions if the Oil Fuel Fund proves insufficient to stabilise domestic prices, Deputy Prime Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas has warned. Mr Ekniti, who also serves as the finance minister, said the...
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Shortages spur fuel reserve cut
The government has decided to lower the proportion of oil reserves to 1% in a bid to ease fuel shortages while expressing confidence that the fuel situation will stabilise within a week. Deputy Prime Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, in his capacity...
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Iran threatens reprisals
TEHRAN: Iran yesterday threatened to attack key infrastructure across the Middle East if US President Donald Trump follows through on his vow to “obliterate” the Islamic republic’s power plants unless the Strait of Hormuz swiftly reopens. Mr Trump,...
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EID PRAYERS
Muslims gather at the Foundation of the Islamic Center of Thailand on Ramkhamhaeng Road to perform Eid al-Fitr prayers, marking the end of Ramadan. They pray for peace and the safety of fellow Muslims in the Middle East, expressing hope for a peaceful...
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Fuel frustration mounts
Public frustration is mounting across Thailand over restricted access to fuel, despite repeated government assurances that national reserves remain ample. Officials insist there is no overall shortage, citing combined reserves sufficient for 104 days,...
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Anutin elected as new premier
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul was elected Thailand’s 33rd prime minister yesterday, following a vote in the House of Representatives earlier in the day. He was endorsed by 293 votes to 119, defeating Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, the candidate of...
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Fuel costs to creep up today
Diesel prices will increase slightly by 50 satang today, while Gasohol 95 will edge up by 1 baht per litre, though authorities are striving to keep the retail price below 33 baht per litre, according to Energy Minister Auttapol Rerkpiboon. Mr Auttapol...
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OPEN FOR BUSINESS
Their Majesties the King and Queen open the parliamentary session on the 11th floor of the Parliament Building yesterday. The King delivered a royal address noting the election has concluded and parliament convened. “I hereby declare the opening of the...
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Russian crude imports eyed
The government is ready to purchase crude oil from Russia and has signalled plans to raise petrol prices after the diesel price cap ends on Monday, while officials have also moved to clarify concerns over rising refining margins. Deputy Prime Minister...
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Govt protests vessel strike
Thailand has lodged a diplomatic protest with Iran after a Thai-flagged cargo vessel was attacked near the Strait of Hormuz, leaving three Thai crew members missing and prompting an urgent search and rescue effort. The government has summoned Iran’s...
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Thai-flagged vessel struck
A Thai-flagged bulk carrier came under attack near the Strait of Hormuz yesterday, prompting urgent efforts by Thai authorities to assist the vessel’s 23 crew members amid the Middle East war and growing concerns over global energy supplies. Rear...
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Govt moves to curb fuel prices
The cabinet is expected to approve a series of short- and medium-term energy management measures today to cope with surging global energy prices driven by the conflict in the Middle East. The government yesterday held an emergency meeting to discuss...
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Klatham, Democrats shut out
A new coalition government led by Bhumjaithai will exclude the Klatham and Democrat parties, sources say. Bhumjaithai Party sources indicated the emerging coalition, expected to command about 292 seats in parliament, will comprise Bhumjaithai, Pheu...
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BANGKOK POST'S WOMEN OF THE YEAR
Celebrating International Women’s Day today, the Bangkok Post marks the occasion by honouring a new generation of women who are redefining power and leadership for a changing world. Under the theme “Architects of New Power,” this year’s Women of the...
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Middle East war escalates
TEHRAN: Fresh strikes rocked Iran and Lebanon yesterday, as Israel vowed to escalate to a new phase in the Middle East war that has spiralled rapidly throughout the region and beyond. AFPTV images from Beirut’s southern suburbs showed mangled...
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Reporting for duty
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, in his capacity as leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, leads party-list and constituency MPs to formally report for duty at parliament yesterday.
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Govt caps diesel for 15 days
The government has frozen diesel prices for 15 days and tightened oversight of energy and consumer goods prices to curb panic buying, prevent profiteering and reassure the public amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. Prime Minister Anutin...
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