Two cases of new COVID Omicron sub-variant reported in Thailand

27 Sept 08:12 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand confirmed two cases of the new Omicron sub-variant HK.3 in a Bangkok family, both experiencing mild symptoms and fully recovering.
The EG.5 sub-variant is rapidly spreading and likely to become dominant in Thailand, while the BA.2.86 sub-variant is under close surveillance after being detected in Bangkok's wastewater.

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).