Thailand reports 30% drop in COVID admissions and deaths last week

23 Sept 03:58 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand reported a significant 30% drop in COVID-19 hospital admissions and deaths between January 15th and 21st, averaging 90 admissions and six fatalities daily.
Despite the improving situation, with Omicron BA.2.75 as the dominant sub-variant, health officials urge continued caution, recommending face masks in crowded places and maintaining hand hygiene.

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).