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Former Kaeng Krachan Park chief Chaiwat reinstated by Phetchaburi Court

14 Sept 02:42 Key points summarised by AI

The Phetchaburi Administrative Court reinstated Chaiwat Limlikhitaksorn, former Kaeng Krachan National Park chief, revoking his dismissal from government service.
His dismissal last year was based on Public Sector Anti-Corruption Commission (PACC) findings that he torched Karen tribe shelters in 2011.
The court's retroactive ruling means Chaiwat will return to his previous post as director of Protected Areas Regional Office 9, with him expressing gratitude for the justice.
Despite his reinstatement, Chaiwat and his former subordinates still face severe charges, including murder and abduction, related to the 2014 disappearance of Karen human rights activist Porlajee Rakchongcharoen, known as 'Billy'.

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).