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SAO releases one-year report on building collapse, cites four main causes
SAO releases one-year report on building collapse, cites four main causes
FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 2026
Investigations into the collapse of the new SAO office building found flaws in the design and construction, while state agencies have provided 129.86 million baht in preliminary compensation and assistance.Thailand seeks Iran help on crew, Hormuz route, worker relief
Thailand seeks Iran help on crew, Hormuz route, worker relief
FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 2026
Foreign Ministry urged Iran to help 3 Thai crew and ensure safe Hormuz passage as Middle East conflict threatens energy supply and global economyVietnam raises retail fuel prices, with RON95 jumping by over VND5,000 a litre
Vietnam raises retail fuel prices, with RON95 jumping by over VND5,000 a litre
FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 2026
Retail fuel prices were raised from 11pm on Thursday at rates from VND3,520 to VND9,000 per litre, while the fuel price stabilisation fund continues to be tapped at VND3,000-4,000 per litre, following the fuel price development in the global market.Anutin formally appointed Thailand’s PM for second term
Anutin formally appointed Thailand’s PM for second term
FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 2026
Anutin Charnvirakul received the royal command appointing him Thailand’s 32nd prime minister for a second term on March 20IMF closely monitors Iran war, warns of higher inflation and slower global growth
IMF closely monitors Iran war, warns of higher inflation and slower global growth
FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 2026
The International Monetary Fund said it is tracking the Iran war and the fallout for energy supplies very closely, warning that a prolonged surge in oil and gas prices could push up inflation and drag down global growth.Bank of Thailand closely monitors Iran war, warns growth may undershoot target and vows to curb baht volatility
Bank of Thailand closely monitors Iran war, warns growth may undershoot target and vows to curb baht volatility
FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 2026
The Bank of Thailand says spillovers from the widening Iran war are starting to reach Thailand through higher energy costs and tourism risks, creating downside pressure on GDP and prompting efforts to manage baht volatility so it does not worsen the economy.British reality TV star found dead in Phuket canal; police suspect accidental fall, no signs of assault
British reality TV star found dead in Phuket canal; police suspect accidental fall, no signs of assault
FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 2026
Thai police are investigating the death of 32-year-old Briton Jordan Wright, reportedly starred in UK reality series The Only Way Is Essex, after his body was found in a canal near a Phuket hotel. Initial checks found no signs of assault.No meningococcal outbreak in Thailand, Health Ministry urges vigilance
No meningococcal outbreak in Thailand, Health Ministry urges vigilance
FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 2026
Thailand has recorded only isolated meningococcal cases so far this year, with officials advising the public and travellers to watch for warning signs and seek early treatment.