More than 2,300 journalists covering APEC meeting in Bangkok

13 Sept 23:48 Key points summarised by AI

Over 2,300 journalists from nearly 30 countries, with significant contingents from China and Japan, are covering the APEC Leaders' Meeting in Bangkok.
Thailand facilitated the event with public holidays, prepared accommodations, and issued commemorative items, as Vice President Kamala Harris represents the U.S. in President Biden's absence.

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).