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Enforcement of Thailand’s new safety belt law pending edict from police

13 Sept 13:18 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's new Land Traffic Act (B.E. 2565), mandating safety belt use for all passengers except on buses, became effective September 5th but awaits a Royal Thai Police edict for enforcement details within 90 days.
Officials are consulting to draft the edict, including potential exceptions, with the Prime Minister advising that new regulations prioritize safety without imposing undue burdens on citizens.

Yesterday 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).