Parts of Phuket international airport flooded Friday morning

14 Sept 14:07 Key points summarised by AI

A heavy downpour temporarily flooded a private jet apron at Phuket International Airport, with water receding within an hour.
Widespread flooding in the surrounding Thalang district submerged dozens of vehicles and prompted official relief efforts for affected residents.

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).