(Photo: Varuth Hirunyatheb)Former energy minister Pirapan Salirathavibhaga has lashed out at the government over the sharp increase in retail fuel prices, describing the move as “robbery” after authorities approved a reduction in subsidies. Mr Pirapan recently resigned as a party-list MP to allow Mr Atthawit, the party’s deputy leader, to enter parliament. (Photo: Parit Wacharasindhu Facebook)People’s Party wants answersParit Wacharasindhu, the spokesman for the opposition People’s Party, also criticised the abrupt increase, questioning the rationale behind the decision. He acknowledged that fuel prices would inevitably need to rise, but argued that gradual adjustments — such as increases of 30 to 50 satang per day — would help curb hoarding and short-term profiteering. “A sudden 6-baht jump suggests alignment with vested interests,” said Mr Suphanat, who won the most votes of any People’s Party MP in Bangkok.

Source: Bangkok Post March 26, 2026 12:36 UTC