
So far this year, 1.3 million of illegal diesel in the South has been seized, leading to the fines of altogether Bt45 million.
Mostly, each smuggling involves 1,000-2,000 litres.
Diesel excise tax will be waived to zero on July 25, from Bt2.30 per litre. Oil retailers said this would lead to a cut of pump price by Bt2.80 per litre.