Two Thai women die during a mountain trek journey in Nepal

13 Sept 11:39 Key points summarised by AI

Two Thai trekkers, Pataya Philaisengsuri (49) and Penny Aranlum (37), tragically died during the Annapurna circuit trek in Nepal.
They succumbed to extreme cold and high-altitude sickness near Mesokanto La Pass (4,919m) on their descent after reaching Tilicho Lake.

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).