Bangkok governor goes on an inspection run

13 Sept 08:22 Key points summarised by AI

Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt conducted a 14km inspection run, focusing on the Saen Saeb Canal boat service and severe traffic congestion at Lamsalee intersection.
The governor identified the ongoing construction of Yellow and Orange train tracks as the main cause of the notorious gridlock at Lamsalee.
He stressed the importance of quickly restoring road surfaces partially blocked by construction, with contractors aiming for completion by year-end.
The Department of Public Works admitted slow progress on 15 major projects and instructed contractors to expedite work, improve pavements, install traffic lights, and move overhead cables underground along railway routes.

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

Today 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).