After subsidy cuts, fuel prices in Thailand surged significantly

GateUser-bd883c58 · 2026-03-27T23:55:52+00:00

Ask AI · How does an 18% surge in diesel prices affect the economic pillars?According to reports, the Fuel Fund Management Committee (FFMC) in Thailand approved a reduction in fuel price subsidies for diesel and gasoline on March 25, leading to a 6 Baht per liter increase in retail fuel prices starting from the 26th.By the morning of the 26th, gasoline prices had risen by 14% to 22%, while diesel prices, a key support for Thailand's transportation, agriculture, and industrial sectors, increased by 18%.

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2026-03-27 23:55:52

What impact does an 18% surge in diesel prices have on economic pillars?

According to reports, the Thailand Fuel Fund Management Committee (FFMC) approved a reduction in fuel price subsidies for diesel and gasoline on March 25, with retail prices for various fuels rising by 6 baht per liter starting from the 26th.

By the morning of the 26th, gasoline prices had increased by 14% to 22%, while diesel prices, which are a pillar for Thailand’s transportation, agriculture, and industrial sectors, surged by 18%.

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