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Bangkok governor’s son apologises for his harsh criticism of the Move Forward party

13 Sept 10:52 Key points summarised by AI

Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt's son, Sanpiti, issued a public apology following his harsh criticism of the Move Forward party and its supporters.
Sanpiti had branded the party's supporters as "bratty teenagers" and questioned the party's economic policies, its ability to amend Section 272 and the lèse majesté law, and its leader's prime ministerial prospects on his Instagram account.
He expressed regret for his actions, attributing his comments to inexperience and clarifying he holds no hatred, while also admitting his support for the Pheu Thai party.

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).