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Many people still choose trains to travel from Bangkok from for New Year

13 Sept 22:47 Key points summarised by AI

Trains remain a highly popular mode of transport for Thai people celebrating New Year, with tens of thousands of passengers daily, particularly on north-eastern and southern routes.
The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) has increased capacity by adding extra trains and carriages to manage the surge in demand, aiming to accommodate up to 100,000 passengers daily during the holiday period.
Passengers frequently choose trains for their perceived safety, convenience, ability to avoid traffic jams, and the opportunity to enjoy scenic views, often preferring the centrally located Hua Lamphong Station.

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).