Laos Exempted from Thailand’s Fuel Export Suspension Amid Middle East Unrest, Thai Ministry Clarifies

2026-03-02 - 14:36

On Sunday, 1 March, Thailand initially announced a suspension of fuel exports due to escalating tensions in the Middle East, sparking concerns over potential shortages in Laos. However, less than 24 hours later, the Thai government made an exception for Laos, allowing the continued flow of fuel despite the ongoing crisis. The decision to suspend