BANGKOK (NNT) - Following the government’s recent policy announcement on reducing fuel prices, the diesel price has been lowered to 29.94 Thai Baht per liter, effective today.

 

This cut aligns with the cabinet resolution from September 13th, which sanctioned a 2 Baht per liter reduction in diesel prices to alleviate the cost of living for the general public. This measure, administered through tax reductions and fuel fund management, will remain in effect from today until the end of this year.

 

At gas stations in Yala province, there was a noticeable increase in the number of diesel vehicles lining up to refuel. The community expressed relief over the price reduction, as continuous fuel price hikes had been a source of financial strain.

 

The sentiment was echoed in Uthai Thani province, where most residents appreciated the 2 Baht decrease but also expressed concerns over potential price hikes after the three-month period. They hope the government will cap diesel prices at no more than 30 Thai Baht per liter indefinitely.

 

Meanwhile, users of petrol and ethanol-blended fuels expressed discontent. They argue that they too should benefit from price cuts, given that everyone is a tax-paying citizen. They therefore call for fair and equitable fuel price adjustments.

 

By Namo Vananupong

 

Full story: NNT 2023-09-20

 

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Will there be people gluing themselves to the road here in protest if not import some????

I get a bit tired to comment in detail on another thread about this bloody nonsense policy.

But "easing public burden" is yet another highlight.

Save 2 Baht here and pay 5 Baht more at the fresh market/supermarket/food stall/court.

 

Edited September 20, 20232 yr by KhunBENQ

There is no doubt the government makes a profit on the sale of gasoline. If they were sincere, which they are not, they would pass that onto the consumer. 

Well it is petrol/ethanol users that subsidise diesel. The gov does nothing but pass this on. 

21 minutes ago, daveAustin said:

Well it is petrol/ethanol users that subsidise diesel. The gov does nothing but pass this on. 

And slowly protest arises.

"Meanwhile, users of petrol and ethanol-blended fuels expressed discontent"

1 hour ago, KhunBENQ said:

And slowly protest arises.

"Meanwhile, users of petrol and ethanol-blended fuels expressed discontent"

Diesel now around 20% cheaper than E20.