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Doi Mon Jam villagers start protest march against demolition of illegally-built resorts

14 Sept 12:05 Key points summarised by AI

Doi Mon Jam villagers launched a protest march to Chiang Mai's provincial hall, petitioning the governor to stop the Royal Forest Department's planned demolition of five resorts.
Natural Resources and Environment Minister Varawut Silpa-archa affirmed strict enforcement of the law to dismantle illegally-built resorts, clarifying that the conflict targets "outsiders" who own the structures, not local villagers' land rights.
The Office of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) sought a delay in demolitions to establish a panel, including an NHRC member, to resolve the conflict.
After petitioning the governor, the villagers plan to continue their 700km march to Bangkok to submit a petition to the Royal Palace.

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).