Xi says Asia-Pacific is no one's backyard

13 Sept 06:24 Key points summarised by AI

Chinese President Xi Jinping warned against major power competition in the Asia-Pacific, declaring it "no one's backyard" and rejecting any attempts to initiate a new Cold War.
Xi urged regional nations to pursue paths of peaceful development, openness, and solidarity, while also proposing a six-point plan to advance Asia-Pacific economic integration.

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).