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Fuel prices in Thailand have surged dramatically over the past month, with diesel and gasoline costs rising by nearly 50% compared to early March. The latest increase took effect on April 2, following a government-approved adjustment. According to official figures, diesel prices have climbed by approximately 48% since March 2, while gasohol E10 has risen by around 42%, bringing overall retail fuel costs close to one-and-a-half times higher than a month ago. The decision was f

Electricity prices in Thailand are set to increase slightly beginning in May 2026, with the adjustment kept at a modest 1.8% compared to current rates. For residential consumers, the new tariff for the May–August period will be fixed at 3.95 baht per kilowatt-hour. The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) reached this decision after reviewing public feedback and ultimately selected the least impactful option among three proposed scenarios. The approved structure includes a fuel

His Majesty Maha Vajiralongkorn has officially endorsed a new cabinet proposed by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul. The approved list of ministers was published in the Royal Gazette on March 31. The newly formed administration, often referred to as the “second cabinet of Anutin,” is scheduled to be sworn in on April 6, which coincides with Chakri Day. The government is expected to present its policy agenda to parliament the following day. Observers have noted an unusually h

Thailand has officially introduced standardized sobriety tests that allow shop and bar staff to assess whether customers are intoxicated before selling alcohol. Although selling alcohol to intoxicated individuals has long been prohibited in the country, only recent amendments to the Alcohol Control Act have clearly defined how such checks should be carried out in practice. The Ministry of Public Health published the official guidelines on March 28, and they have already come

Thailand is preparing to introduce a new digital system that will automatically screen applicants for commercial driving licences against police records. Starting from around July 2026, individuals applying for or renewing licences for public and commercial transport will undergo automatic background checks. The initiative is part of a data integration project between the Department of Land Transport (DLT) and the Royal Thai Police (RTP). Digital integration of databases Foll

Fuel prices across Thailand jumped sharply on March 26 after the Oil Fuel Fund (OFFO) reduced subsidies, pushing retail costs up by 6 baht per liter. The updated subsidy rates were announced late on March 25. On the same day, Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas stated that the government would no longer impose price caps on fuel, allowing prices to fluctuate according to market forces. Although official pricing tables initially remained unchanged overnight, they were updat

Thailand’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has begun informing its diplomatic staff abroad about a possible reduction in visa-free stays from 60 days back to 30 days. The topic was raised during a four-day seminar for consular officials, which started on March 24 in Bangkok and will run through March 27. According to reports, the issue was highlighted on the very first day of discussions, signaling the seriousness of the proposed policy shift. Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuang

A foreign man was attacked and robbed by three individuals at an ATM in Patong, Phuket, in an incident that has drawn attention online. Local police have not yet issued an official statement. According to reports, the incident—which was captured on surveillance cameras and widely covered by the media—occurred around 5 a.m. on March 19 near the seafood market in Patong. In the video, the man is seen trying to withdraw cash while another individual, believed to be Thai, stands

A Singaporean man has been charged following a road incident in Phuket that left a traffic police officer injured. The accident occurred on the morning of March 18 at around 7:30am near the Thao Thep Krasattri and Thao Si Sunthon Monument Roundabout on Thep Krasattri Road. According to authorities, a white pickup truck crashed into plastic traffic barriers positioned at the roundabout. Footage shared on Thai social media shows the vehicle hitting the barriers, which were then

A British man was discovered dead in a drainage canal near Bang Tao Beach in Phuket on March 14, with CCTV footage later showing his unusual behaviour shortly before his death. The body was found around 12:30pm by a Myanmar national who had gone to the canal in the Bang Tao area to collect morning glory. After making the discovery, he alerted officers from Choeng Thalay Police Station. According to reports, the deceased was identified as 33-year-old British citizen Jordan Wri