UK and Australia commit to free trade negotiations

13 Sept 08:45 Key points summarised by AI

British Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab visited Australia, his first overseas trip post-Brexit, to strengthen ties and discuss future collaborations.
Both the UK and Australia reaffirmed their commitment to swiftly launch negotiations for an ambitious bilateral free trade agreement.
Raab assured Australia that Britain's decision to allow Huawei a limited role in its 5G network would not compromise the Five Eyes intelligence-sharing alliance.
The nations also agreed to enhance engagement in the Indo-Pacific region and collaborate on space agency initiatives to aid Australia's wildfire preparedness and response.

New home loan scheme aims to boost property sector with Bt125 billion

20 Oct 11:38 Key points summarised by AI

The Cabinet approved a new Bt50-billion 'A House for Each PLUS' home loan scheme from the Government Housing Bank, offering up to Bt3 million with 40-year repayment terms for low- and middle-income earners.
This initiative aims to significantly boost the property sector and national economy, projecting to generate Bt125 billion in economic activity and create jobs.