Thailand’s Prince Bhisadej Rajani dies at 100

14 Sept 00:27 Key points summarised by AI

Prince Bhisadej Rajani, the eldest surviving member of Thailand's Royal Family and a great-grandson of King Rama 4, passed away at the age of 100.
A close friend of the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej, he served as president of the Royal Foundation.
He spearheaded efforts to encourage hill tribes to switch from opium poppy cultivation to alternative cash crops, such as strawberries and peaches.
His significant contributions to agricultural development and dedication earned him widespread respect among Thais.

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).