Wat Arun is structurally safe, despite slight tilting of mondop

23 Sept 05:39 Key points summarised by AI

The Fine Arts Department confirms Wat Arun's central prang remains structurally safe, despite a slight lean observed in its four mondops.
Three-dimensional scans show the mondop on the southern side has a minor tilt towards the main tower, but this poses no threat to the principal structure.
Officials attribute the slight lean to Bangkok's unique soil type, suggesting it likely occurred either during the initial construction or subsequent renovations.
Renovation experts will implement regular surveys (quarterly, semi-annually, or annually) to continuously monitor the tilt and ensure timely remedial measures if necessary.

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).