Soaring Fuel Costs Cripple Thailand's Fishing Industry

Thailand's multi-billion-dollar fishing industry is struggling as rising diesel prices, nearly double what trawlers paid earlier this year, force fleets to remain ashore.

29 Apr, 06:41 — 29 Apr, 06:41

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Thailand’s multi-billion-dollar fishing industry reels as soaring fuel costs keep fleets ashore

Diesel prices in the country have climbed to more than 50 baht (US$1.53) per litre – nearly double what many trawlers paid at the start of the year.

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Soaring Fuel Costs Cripple Thailand's Fishing Industry

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