Thailand Says Fuel Supply Is Stable Despite Market Jitters

The transcription below provides news stories from across Thailand and Southeast Asia, hosted by Alex in the Good Morning Thailand program. The stories range from the government’s response to the increasingly volatile fuel market supply, a Thai actress’s husband that’s been accused of creating a multi-billion baht crypto fraud scam, and a little later a monk’s attempt at purchasing beer as stirred some debate online.

Thailand Says Fuel Supply Is Stable Despite Market Jitters
Thai officials say the country faces no immediate fuel shortage despite growing anxiety over Middle East tensions and global energy markets. Authorities say Thailand has up to 95 days of oil reserves and are reviewing backup plans if shipments through the Strait of Hormuz are disrupted.

AirAsia X Faces Pressure as Jet Fuel Costs Leap
AirAsia X is facing fresh scrutiny after jet fuel prices reportedly surged more than 50% in just days, rattling the aviation sector. Analysts warn the airline could be exposed to rising costs because it has no fuel hedging in place.

Gunfire Erupts Outside Krabi Hospital in Jealousy-Fuelled Chase
Gunfire broke out near Ao Luek Hospital in Krabi after a man allegedly chased his wife and another man in a jealousy-fuelled confrontation. Police found nine shell casings at the scene but said no one was injured.

Crypto Promises Turn Into Billion-Baht Fraud Allegations
More than 1,000 investors say they lost over 1.3 billion baht in an alleged crypto investment scam linked to a Thai actress’s husband. Victims claim they were promised massive returns before the suspect reportedly left Thailand for Dubai.

Monk’s Beer Purchase Attempt Sparks Debate Online
A viral video showing a monk attempting to buy beer at a convenience store has sparked debate across Thai social media. Store staff refused the sale, highlighting tensions between Buddhist discipline and Thai law.

Koh Chang Monkeys Cleared in Tourist Key Mix-Up
Tourists on Koh Chang blamed monkeys for stealing a motorcycle key, prompting a four-hour search by police. The key was later found at the tourists’ accommodation, with the officer suggesting cannabis use may have caused the mix-up.