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Thailand’s state hospitals told to prepare for surge in COVID-19 infections

13 Sept 07:18 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Public Health Permanent Secretary issued an urgent directive for all state hospitals to prepare beds, equipment, medication, and staff for a potential new wave of COVID-19 infections.
The directive follows a recent increase in detected infections and hospital admissions, urging hospitals to advise staff protection, prepare for patient transfers, and provide vaccine boosters for personnel and the public.
Dr. Nitipat Jiarakul, a prominent medical expert, claims the actual number of new infections is in the tens of thousands, significantly higher than official reports, and warns that major hospitals are seeing increased admissions and reduced bed availability.
Despite the escalating situation, Thailand had previously lifted most COVID-19 restrictions, including mask mandates and international travel requirements, to aid its tourism-reliant economy.

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).