Thaksin submits application for royal clemency

21 Sept 04:50 Key points summarised by AI

Convicted former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, currently serving an 8-year prison term and hospitalized, has formally submitted a petition for royal clemency.
Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam confirmed receiving the request and will examine it before forwarding it to the prime minister for procedural review.
The Thai Pakdee party has submitted a counter-petition opposing Thaksin's pardon, citing his multiple corruption convictions, evasion of justice, and pending charges, arguing it would be unjust and undermine the country's legal system.

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).