Rescuers preparing to bring out the last 5

15 Sept 08:58 Key points summarised by AI

Thai and international divers are preparing for the final phase of the rescue operation to extract the last five members of the 'Wild Boars' soccer team from Tham Luang cave.
Eight team members have already been safely rescued and are reported to be in good health, with rescuers anticipating a faster completion for today's high-risk mission due to increased familiarity with the cave's conditions.

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).