Monkeypox-infected Nigerian who fled Phuket found in Phnom Penh

13 Sept 07:51 Key points summarised by AI

A Nigerian man diagnosed with monkeypox in Thailand, who subsequently fled, was arrested in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
He initially sought treatment in Phuket for blisters but disappeared after his monkeypox diagnosis was confirmed, failing to isolate as advised.
Thai authorities tracked his movements to the Cambodian border after he overstayed his visa, suspecting an attempt to cross illegally.
Cambodian health officials have now taken custody of the infected man for care and management.

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).