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SRT and Chinese firm sign contract for rail, electrical systems and carriages for HST project

13 Sept 07:35 Key points summarised by AI

The State Railways of Thailand (SRT) finalized a 50-billion baht contract with China Railway International Company Limited for rail, electrical systems, and train carriages for the high-speed train (HST) project connecting Bangkok to Nong Khai.
This initiative, part of China's Belt and Road, will link Thailand's railway system through Laos to China, aiming to boost national and regional development with operations tentatively scheduled for 2025.

Yesterday 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.