Tropical storm Noru forecast to hit Thailand on Tuesday

23 Sept 06:54 Key points summarised by AI

Tropical storm Noru is predicted to strike Vietnam, Lao PRD, and Thailand's northern and north-eastern regions on Tuesday and Wednesday, bringing heavy to very heavy rainfall.
An intensifying monsoon trough will further contribute to widespread rain across most of Thailand, excluding the south.
Heavy rainfall has already caused significant flooding in Bangkok and several northern, north-eastern, and central provinces.
Authorities are preparing for high river levels, particularly the Mun River, and implementing protective measures for vulnerable areas like historical sites and commercial districts.

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).