One killed by car bomb in Yala, numerous injured

21 Sept 03:13 Key points summarised by AI

A car bomb, detonated by southern insurgents in front of police apartments in Yala's Bannang Sata district, killed one person and injured several others.
The powerful explosion caused extensive damage to the apartment building and vehicles, prompting security forces to cordon off the area and authorities to step up security at all government buildings in the province.

Thailand secures US$200m World Bank loan for clean energy and low carbon cities

Yesterday 09:24 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand secured a US$200 million loan from the World Bank to significantly invest in clean energy and low-carbon urban development initiatives.
The program aims to drive clean energy funding and low-carbon growth, ensuring a just transition for small and medium-sized enterprises, workers, farmers, and local communities.
Channelled through the Export-Import Bank of Thailand, the loan will fund energy efficiency upgrades in public buildings and industrial areas, including rooftop solar installations and electrical system modernizations, reducing initial capital burdens via Energy Service Companies (ESCOs).