Ballots in Chonburi not being hole-punched after counting

13 Sept 15:50 Key points summarised by AI

Election observers in Chon Buri protested after officials failed to hole-punch approximately 200 counted ballots, a mandatory procedure, suspending counting at two polling stations.
The Chon Buri Election Commission director confirmed the error, stating officials would be investigated, and counting resumed after the issue was resolved.

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).