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2nd elephant in Sri Lanka in good health, recently visited by Thai ambassador

14 Sept 19:00 Key points summarised by AI

Thai Ambassador Poj Harnpol confirmed Pratupa, one of two Thai elephants in Sri Lanka, is in good health and well-cared for at Suduham Pola Temple in Kandy.
Known as "Thai Rajaa," Pratupa is housed in an open yard, loosely chained due to being in rut, and is not planned for repatriation to Thailand due to its advanced age (around 50), deemed too risky for travel.
This visit is part of Thailand's renewed efforts to monitor the welfare of 20 other "goodwill ambassador" elephants gifted globally, prompted by recent concerns over another elephant, Sak Surin.
A Thai team, including veterinary experts, will visit Sri Lanka in September to discuss and exchange knowledge on elephant treatment and care.

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).