Second Thai elephant in Sri Lanka in good shape

14 Sept 17:01 Key points summarised by AI

Thai officials, while arranging the repatriation of elephant Sak Surin, located a second "goodwill ambassador" elephant, Sri Narong, in good health at a Sri Lankan temple.
Unlike Sak Surin, Sri Narong participates in religious processions only 5-6 times a year, indicating better care and less strenuous activity, according to its mahout.

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).