Thailand, Vietnam encourage remote work to conserve energy as Iran war continues
Authorities in Thailand requested that state offices maintain air conditioning at 26°C to save energy.
Thailand and Vietnam are urging public employees and businesses to adopt remote work as well as energy-saving habits, as the US-Israel war on Iran in the Middle East disrupts oil supplies and causes fuel price volatility.
Authorities in Thailand stated that government staff should transition to remote work when possible and requested that state offices maintain air conditioning at 26°C to save energy, reports Al Jazeera.
They also advised officials to cancel non-essential overseas travel.
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In neighbouring Vietnam, the government has eliminated duties on various imported petroleum products to prevent shortages and stabilise the local market.
Furthermore, the Vietnamese government encouraged companies to permit remote work whenever feasible to reduce fuel demand.
It also recommended that citizens limit the use of private vehicles in favour of public transportation, cycling or carpooling.
