Downtown Phuket flooded again

14 Sept 07:36 Key points summarised by AI

Downtown Phuket experienced its second significant flood in three days, disrupting businesses and closing roads due to incessant heavy downpours.
Authorities issued warnings for residents along the Bang Yai Canal to prepare for overflows, as the mayor voiced concerns about potential severe flooding following continuous rain.

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).