Vet Chai, new government spokesman

23 Sept 03:37 Key points summarised by AI

Veterinarian Chai Watcharong has accepted the position of spokesman for Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin's government, ready to commence work following discussions with the Prime Minister.
Chosen for his expertise in agricultural economics and his ability to clarify complex details, Chai, a non-politician, is expected to focus on his spokesman duties.

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).