Tourist missing after fall from a raft on rapids in Chiang Mai

13 Sept 08:41 Key points summarised by AI

A Belgian tourist went missing after falling from a raft that struck a boulder during a white-water trip in Mae Taeng district, Chiang Mai.
Despite wearing a life vest, the tourist disappeared after failing to grab a rescue rope, and his life vest was later found two kilometers downstream; search efforts are ongoing.

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).