Cannabis plants of unknown origin found in Thai parliament compound

13 Sept 11:15 Key points summarised by AI

About 100 cannabis saplings were mysteriously discovered planted within Thailand's parliament complex, unnoticed by security until alerted by former MPs.
The plants were promptly removed and disposed of, reaffirming the parliament president's declaration of the compound as a cannabis-free zone, amidst ongoing political debate about cannabis legalization.

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).