Energy crisis aid for specific sectorsSelect groups are to receive handouts to lighten the burden from costs such as energy. About 13.4 million Thai people are in this group and the Finance Ministry is studying the appropriate amount for aid, Mr Ekniti said. In the public transport and logistic sectors, about 360,000 truck drivers and 30,000 public transport drivers will receive fuel subsidies. The Ministry of Transport is to provide fishermen with B20 diesel (diesel with 20% palm oil content), which is cheaper than conventional diesel by five baht per litre. Operators in the industrial and service sectors will be offered soft loans to support their liquidity, Mr Ekniti said.

Source: Bangkok Post March 25, 2026 07:10 UTC