Park rangers on Chang island to get mosquito protection suits

13 Sept 17:31 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Department of National Parks will distribute specialized mosquito protection suits to park rangers, beginning with Chang Island, to combat the spread of Plasmodium knowlesi malaria.
Plasmodium knowlesi malaria, a disease with a higher fatality rate than other types, is transmitted from wild monkeys to humans via striped mosquitoes and requires specific PCR blood tests for accurate diagnosis.
The protective suits, crafted from nano-chemical-laced mosquito netting, will initially be shared among rangers due to limited availability, with plans for broader distribution to other national parks nationwide.
Tourists visiting national parks during the rainy season, particularly in malaria-prone areas, are advised to take preventative measures such as wearing adequate clothing, applying repellents, and using mosquito nets.

Thailand secures US$200m World Bank loan for clean energy and low carbon cities

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).