By-election called in Rayong after Move Forward MP forced to resign

25 Sept 06:34 Key points summarised by AI

A by-election will be held in Rayong’s Constituency 3 following the resignation of Move Forward MP Nakornchai Khunnarong.
Nakornchai resigned after his 24-year-old criminal conviction for theft came to light, making him ineligible to serve as an MP.

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).