Excise rewards safer, green vehiclesThe Excise Department is granting lower excise tax rates to vehicle manufacturers that install driving safety systems. In an effort to reduce pollution, the department applies CO2-based excise tax rates. Vehicles with lower CO2 emissions are subject to lower excise tax rates than those with higher emissions. Vehicles that meet these conditions are eligible for lower excise tax rates. For instance, the excise rate for ICE-powered vehicles may rise from 25% to 30% in 2030.

Greater scrutiny of corporate accountsMr Ruangroj warns a threat could be coming from quantum computing. Pol Maj Gen Niwate Arpawasin, deputy commissioner of the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB), said the bureau is stepping up cooperation with banks and the Revenue Department to cross-check corporate bank accounts with tax databases in a sweep to tackle corporate mule accounts used by scammers to move millions of baht undetected. Corporate accounts do not require facial scans for high-value transfers, allowing scammers to move large sums of money quickly without biometric verification. Ruangroj Poonpol, group chairman of KBTG, said the threat from scammers using AI agents and deepfakes is rising. As companies adopt AI agents to handle tasks, they become new targets, he warned.

Targeting Maximum Competitive Advantage for BusinessesA Team of Experts Who Transform System Chaos into Strategic Assets The True FUJIFILM Business Innovation[Part Two]In Part One of this article, we explored FUJIFILM Business Innovation’s DX support strategy, focusing on the fundamental infrastructure-development phase. “One of its strengths is that it allows anyone, regardless of their IT literacy, to readily adopt digital workflows,” says Takizawa. While collaboration tools like Teams™, SharePoint™, and Slack™ are widely used, FUJIFILM Business Innovation offers its own platform called FUJIFILM IWpro. This is where the insight and hands-on support of FUJIFILM Business Innovation become essential. What began with multifunction printers has now evolved into a broader business scope that includes document solutions, Business process outsourcing, cloud services, and AI.

Mr Sompop said once the 150-day period passes, the US is expected to revert to its original import tariff rate of no more than 2.5%. This trend would flip last year's trade activities, when US importers rushed to import goods to avoid reciprocal tariffs. While Trump lost his reciprocal tariff gambit, the greater victory lies in the US securing one-sided free trade agreements, with other countries reducing their import tariffs on US goods to zero or close to zero, noted Mr Sompop. Ordinarily such agreements take decades to achieve, but Trump accomplished the feat in less than one year. Last year, despite the higher tariff walls, the US recorded a trade deficit of US$1.24 trillion.

Volvo recalls EVs due to overheating batteriesMr Wailes assures Volvo customers the company is working actively to resolve the battery issue. Volvo Car Thailand has announced the recall of 1,668 units of its EX30 electric sports utility vehicles in Thailand due to overheating risks in the battery packs. "Volvo is confident customers will understand and continue to trust the brand as we overcome this difficulty," Mr Wailes said. Volvo remains focused on sustainable growth by expanding premium electric mobility offerings and enhancing the customer experience, said Mr Wailes. Despite a 10% contraction in the premium internal combustion engine car market last year, Volvo maintained a 9% market share.

Angels held, Muang Thong turn to BorgesRatchaburi's Denilson Junior celebrates his goal against Uthai Thani. At Ratchaburi Stadium, the Dragons rediscovered their form with a 3-1 victory over struggling Uthai Thani. Uthai Thani responded after the interval, Martin Angha pulling one back in the 64th minute, but substitute Tana sealed the win deep into added time. Meanwhile, Muang Thong United have turned to experience in their fight against relegation, appointing Brazilian coach Jose Alves Borges as head coach. Borges previously guided Thai Tobacco Monopoly to the league title and led BEC Tero Sasana to the Toyota League Cup.

"My pace was good with the medium [rear tyre], we worked super well all weekend, so I knew that I could be fast if I was in front. Fernandez later slipped past Marquez before Martin attacked on lap four to put three Aprilia bikes in podium positions. While Bezzecchi and Fernandez streaked away at the front, Acosta, Martin and Marquez battled for third with constant position swaps and clean overtakes in hot conditions. I tried to give my maximum but I had destroyed the rear tyre," a visibly exhausted Fernandez said. Acosta leads the championship with 32 points while Bezzecchi is second with 25 points.

Govt seeks to blunt blow to economyPrime Minister Anutin CharnvirakulThe government will hold a meeting on Monday with key agencies and the private sector to discuss measures aimed at reducing the impact of the conflict in the Middle East. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said on Sunday he has called a meeting with the National Security Council at 10am, to be followed by talks with state agencies, the private sector, banks and chambers of commerce. Discussions will focus on trade, exports and imports, as well as possible price control measures to mitigate serious effects on consumers, he said. She said the offices will track shipping routes, marine insurance, logistics costs and import orders, along with product-specific impact assessments. The ministry will also look at expanding exports to South Asia, Africa and Latin America to reduce reliance on any single market, she said.

Police nab Pattayarobbery suspectBURI RAM: A British man wanted for the theft of a safe containing 2 million baht in Pattaya was arrested in this province, while preparing to attend a MotoGP race, police said. Police say three masked men armed with a knife stormed a townhouse in Chon Buri's Bang Lamung district, threatened the occupants and made off with a safe containing more than 2 million baht and an iPhone. They fled in a truck after ramming through the estate's gate. Police said the suspect had travelled to Buri Ram to visit his girlfriend's family and watch the race. He will be handed over to Bang Lamung police.

Bangkok (VNA) – The Thai government warns of hot weather and the dangers of heatstroke, especially for high-risk groups, people with chronic illnesses, and outdoor workers. Citizens are urged to take care of their health due to the hot to very hot conditions by avoiding prolonged work or activities outdoors to reduce the risk of heatstroke, which can be fatal. She advised reducing outdoor activities from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., avoiding outdoor exposure, and drinking water frequently, at least hourly. The Thai Meteorological Department stated that between March 3 and 6, a summer storm will develop over upper Thailand, starting in the eastern part of the Northeast region first. The East, Central region including Bangkok and its vicinity, and the North will be affected subsequently./.

Middle East situation affected 134 flights at Thai main airportsAirports of Thailand (AoT) reported Sunday night that the Middle East situation has affected 134 flights at its four main airports since Saturday. Of the affected flights, 99 were cancelled. AoT president Paweena Jariyathitipong said 59 flights were cancelled at Suvarnabhumi airport, two each at Don Mueang and Chiang Mai airports and 36 at Phuket airport. Many airlines cancelled their flights between Thailand and the Middle East or nearby airspaces. They included El Al Israel, Air Arabia, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad, Gulf Air, World2fly and Thai Air Asia X.

Oil jumps 10% on Iran conflict and could spike to $100 a barrel, analysts sayAn aerial view of the Iranian shores and the island of Qeshm in the strait of Hormuz, December 10, 2023. "While the military attacks are themselves supportive for oil prices, the key factor here ‌is the closing of the Strait of Hormuz," said Ajay Parmar, director of energy and refining at ICIS. Middle East leaders have warned ​Washington ‌that a war on Iran could lead to oil prices jumping to more than $100 a barrel, said RBC analyst Helima Croft. Barclays analysts ​also said ⁠prices could hit $100. The ‌Iran crisis also prompted ⁠Asian governments and refiners to assess ​oil stockpiles and alternative shipping routes and supplies.

Pai cops on alert after Iran hitOn Feb 26, 2025, then Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is briefed by Israeli Ambassador Orna Sagiv, right, about a Chabad House in Pai district of Mae Hong Son. In Mae Hong Son and Chiang Mai, Chabad Houses serve as religious and community centres for Israeli travellers. For instance, additional security personnel have been deployed to the Chabad House in Pai, which is located behind the Pai Police Station, he said. Surveillance has been increased around key sites, and security units have been instructed to enhance coordination and rapid-response readiness. Mae Hong Son immigration officials said an estimated 3,000 to 4,000 Israeli tourists are currently staying in Pai.

Belgium seizes Russian 'shadow fleet' tankerProsecutors said that the 'Ethera' flew under the flag of GuineaBRUSSELS (BELGIUM) - Belgium's special forces boarded and seized an oil tanker from the "shadow fleet" Russia uses to circumvent Western sanctions over the war in Ukraine, in an overnight operation announced Sunday. The Belgian government said the "vessel from Russia's shadow fleet" was intercepted in the North Sea, with aerial support from French military helicopters. "We urge all partners to follow this example, counter Russia's shadow fleet resolutely through sanctions and concrete action, and advance peace through strength," he said. In February, it was revealed that two employees of a Russian private security company were aboard another suspected Russian "shadow fleet" tanker seized by France in September. French forces boarded another suspected Russian tanker, the Grinch, in January.

Latest developments after US, Israeli strikes kill Iran's KhameneiPeople mourn the death of Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei at a square in Tehran on March 1, 2026PARIS (FRANCE) - Iranian state television confirmed the death of Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Sunday, after US President Donald Trump said he had been killed. - Deadly protests erupt -Crowds gathered on Sunday in Iran's south to call for vengeance following the killing of Khamenei in US and Israeli attacks, Iranian media reported. - Iran leader killed -Iranian state television reported Khamenei's death in the early hours of Sunday, broadcasting archive images with a black banner. Iranian state television announced a 40-day mourning period and seven public holidays following the ayatollah's death. The Israeli military said it deployed search and rescue teams to multiple locations across the country following reports of fallen projectiles.