Governor Narongsak dies of cancer at 58

23 Sept 05:50 Key points summarised by AI

Pathum Thani Governor Narongsak Osottanakorn, 58, passed away peacefully at Siriraj Hospital after an unsuccessful battle with cancer.
He was widely acclaimed for his crucial role in coordinating the successful 2018 rescue of 13 young footballers and their coach from a flooded cave in Chiang Rai.

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).