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Thailand Braces for Economic Ripples as Middle East Conflict Escalates
Bangkok, March 2, 2026 – As tensions in the Middle East reach a boiling point with US-Israeli strikes on Iran...
Retailers revamp products and embrace trade-ins to attract customers impacted by soaring gold prices
Gold retailers are revamping designs and increasing trade-ins to attract customers amid record-high gold prices in 2025, despite weak jewelry...
Finance Ministry and Central Bank to Strengthen Regulations on Online Gold Trading
The Ministry of Finance and the Bank of Thailand are tightening oversight of online gold trading by applying tax treatment...
China’s Rare Earth Move Escalates Trade War Stakes
Donald Trump's tariff war alienated allies, providing China an opportunity to strengthen international influence. Beijing's aggressive tactics now challenge Western...
Regulatory Shifts in Indonesia’s Mining Sector: Empowering Local Stakeholders
Indonesia's GR 25/2024 will streamline mining regulation, enhance practices, extend state-owned licenses, boost domestic processing, and increase revenue.
How High Could Oil Prices Soar Amid Escalating Israel-Iran Conflict?
Given the geopolitical stakes, analysts warn that the conflict could drive oil prices to historic levels, affecting economies worldwide—including Thailand.
Thailand’s Refining Industry: Transitioning Towards Clean Energy Goals
Thailand's refining industry adapts to clean fuel policies, upgrading for Euro-5 standards, anticipating increased distillate production by 2028.
Thailand’s Supply Chains and the Threat of Chinese Rare Earth Restrictions
China has started permitting certain rare earth shipments under its updated export control regulations, but the sluggish approval process poses...
