Pride parade set for May 31
The Bangkok Pride Parade is scheduled for May 31 as Thailand bids to host World Pride 2030.

Joint funding backs conservation efforts
Efforts are being stepped up to protect the critically endangered Irrawaddy dolphins in Songkhla Lake, where the local population has dwindled to just 14.

Officials hash out ways to curb clashes with macaques
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has joined forces with the Prime Minister's Office and the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP) to discuss ways to handle the encounters between crab-eating macaques in Bang Khunthian district and local residents.

Traffic crackdown to start as warning phase finishes
March 31 will be the final day of the "warning-before-fines" period for traffic offences, with full legal enforcement set to begin on April 1, the government said.

Petroleum and Energy Institute of Thailand denies oil refineries profiting from war
The Petroleum and Energy Institute of Thailand (PTIT) has denied an allegation that oil refineries are reaping a profit following a surge in their gross refinery margin (GRM) during the Mideast conflict, which is driving up domestic oil prices.

Call for measures to restrain fuel price hikes
The Thai Chamber of Commerce is calling on the government to manage fuel prices, ensure adequate reserves, and speed up the implementation of energy-saving measures nationwide.

Easing of fuel subsidies sparks winners and losers among stocks
Thailand's move to rein in petrol price subsidies is likely to reshape sector dynamics, with fuel retailers emerging as key beneficiaries, while the transport, retail and tourism sectors face rising cost pressures, analysts say.

Crude prices test GDP, inflation goals
The government is advised to adopt a managed float approach to deal with energy prices amid expectations that domestic diesel prices could reach 60 baht per litre.

Thailand vows to host 1st Disneyland in region
The government remains committed to bringing the first Disneyland theme park to Southeast Asia as part of the EEC Capital City project, with potential investors from the Middle East already indicating interest in becoming partners.

Ministry rolls out festival travel safety plan nationwide
The Ministry of Transport has unveiled its comprehensive plan to manage traffic and ensure safety during the upcoming Songkran festival, with an estimated 26.54 million vehicles travelling across the country between April 10–19.