State and BMA hospitals will open as normal on July 31st holiday

15 Sept 03:01 Key points summarised by AI

State and BMA hospitals will maintain normal operations on July 31st, despite the cabinet declaring it an extra public holiday.
This decision prioritizes patients with existing appointments for critical services like major surgery, chemotherapy, and diagnostic tests, preventing disruption to their care.
The unexpected holiday declaration prompted swift coordination among health authorities to ensure all affected hospitals and health offices continue to provide essential services.

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).