Public confidence in govt handling of crisis is slippingPublic confidence in the government's handling of the energy crisis has weakened, with surveys highlighting mounting concern over fuel shortages and rising prices. Only 28.93% expressed confidence in both measures, underscoring uncertainty amid the crisis. The survey, conducted on March 17-18 among 1,310 respondents nationwide, also showed elevated anxiety levels. Regarding the Songkran holiday next month 57.56% indicated they had no travel plans, while 14.80% had cancelled trips due to the crisis. Respondents also urged Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul to prioritise addressing high fuel prices and the broader energy crisis, cited by 44.71% as the most pressing concern.

Source: Bangkok Post March 23, 2026 10:45 UTC