Thailand eases restrictions on import of cannabis or hemp seeds

14 Sept 01:52 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Department of Agriculture has relaxed import rules for cannabis and hemp seeds, now permitting shipment via air, sea, or land and removing the previous fungicide treatment requirement.
Key restrictions remain, including the need for an import permit, ensuring seeds are non-genetically modified and clean, and providing a plant safety certificate, with all imports subject to inspection upon arrival.

Thailand secures US$200m World Bank loan for clean energy and low carbon cities

Yesterday 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).