Thirty suspected monkeypox cases in Thailand cleared of disease

14 Sept 01:37 Key points summarised by AI

Thai health officials confirmed all 30 suspected monkeypox cases tested negative, clearing them of the disease after contact tracing.
The Disease Control Department continues to monitor and trace contacts of the two confirmed cases, while the WHO advises against mass vaccination, recommending it only for high-risk individuals.

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).