Thailand reports third monkeypox case in German tourist in Phuket

13 Sept 13:07 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand confirmed its third monkeypox case in a German tourist receiving treatment in Phuket after developing fever, rashes, and blisters.
Health officials believe the 25-year-old patient was infected prior to his July 18th arrival in Thailand and has no connection to the country's first two confirmed cases.

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).