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  1. Thailand's Energy Policy Office and Asian Development Bank are directing national energy policy and providing data on utility-scale solar projects.
  2. Thailand's government promotes cleaner fuels as part of its energy transition efforts.

Thailand reviews oil tax cuts and solar schemes amid energy price pressure

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 1
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Thailand is considering cutting taxes on oil products to help consumers and businesses cope with high global energy prices. Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas confirmed that an oil-tax reduction is being reviewed, though the size and timing are not yet set. Concurrently, Thailand is preparing a residential rooftop-solar promotion scheme to reduce long-term energy exposure. The consideration comes as Brent crude remained around US$102.08 per barrel.

From thailand-business-news.com

Why it matters

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The government is seeking ways to contain the impact of elevated global energy prices, which are influenced by continuing disruption around Middle Eastern energy infrastructure and the Strait of Hormuz. The potential tax cut and solar promotion are aimed at providing fiscal relief and reducing energy costs for households and businesses in Thailand.

Thailand's government is promoting cleaner fuels as part of its energy transition efforts, with guidance from Thailand's Energy Policy Office and the Asian Development Bank.

From thailand-business-news.com

Who's involved

  • ThailandThe country reviewing fiscal measures to manage energy price shocks.
  • Ekniti NitithanprapasFinance Minister who confirmed the consideration of an oil-tax cut.
  • finance ministryThe ministry reviewing and proposing fiscal measures to manage economic impact.

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  • ThailandSpeculative

    Fiscal policy changes, such as an oil tax cut, could provide near-term relief to consumers and businesses.

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