3 killed, one injured in army plane crash

13 Sept 08:54 Key points summarised by AI

An army U-17 reconnaissance plane crashed in Mae Hong Son province during a routine surveillance mission after disappearing from radar.
The incident tragically resulted in the deaths of three army officers, while a fourth officer was seriously injured and rushed to the hospital.

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).