Fuel Crisis Hits Thailand's Fishing Industry Hard

The US-Israeli war on Iran has caused diesel prices to skyrocket in Thailand, putting the country's $7 billion fishing industry at risk of a complete shutdown. Over half of the fishing trawlers are already docked, and fishermen warn they may stop operating entirely within days because they can't afford the costs. Fuel reserves are down to about 100 days, and as prices climb, catches are shrinking, making it impossible for crews to make ends meet. This crisis is described as worse than the Covid-19 pandemic, with potential severe impacts on fish exports and local livelihoods. https://www.trtworld.com/article/17aa27617b27