Flooding in Songkhla, Narathiwat and Nakhon Si Thammarat

14 Sept 07:03 Key points summarised by AI

Widespread flooding impacts Thailand's southern provinces of Songkhla, Narathiwat, and Nakhon Si Thammarat, caused by heavy rain and high tides.
Authorities issue urgent warnings, advising residents near rivers and estuaries to move valuables and cautioning against venturing into the sea due to high waves.
Narathiwat experiences significant flooding in low-lying areas, making several villages inaccessible to cars and motorcycles.
Flash flood and mudslide alerts are issued for communities near the Khao Luang mountain range, while boat services from Surat Thani to popular islands are suspended due to rough seas.

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).