Warning of Chao Phraya River overflows on Thursday

13 Sept 14:39 Key points summarised by AI

The Royal Irrigation Department (RID) warns 11 provinces downstream of the Chao Phraya Dam of potential river overflows starting Thursday, due to an increased water discharge rate.
Water levels along the Chao Phraya River are projected to rise by 40-60cm in affected provinces, including Bangkok, by Friday and Saturday.
The Meteorological Department forecasts heavy to very heavy rainfall across most of Thailand, including Bangkok, until Sunday, intensifying the risk of flooding.
Bangkok is actively preparing for potential flooding, with the Royal Thai Navy reinforcing floodwalls and placing emergency response teams on standby.

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).