19 forest rangers killed this year honoured on World Ranger Day

15 Sept 14:33 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand observed World Ranger Day by honoring 19 forest rangers who died this year and others injured while protecting forests and wildlife.
Natural Resources and Environment Minister Varawut Silpa-archa presided over the ceremony, pledging improved welfare, stipends, and survival kits for rangers, prioritizing their well-being while alive.
The director-general of National Parks assured the re-employment of 24,000 forest rangers for the next fiscal year, preventing layoffs due to budget cuts.
Minister Varawut will join rangers for a two-day jungle patrol in Khao Yai National Park to further commemorate the event and support their efforts.

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).