Chuan to Srettha: Don’t go to jail or go into exile

23 Sept 02:17 Key points summarised by AI

Former Prime Minister Chuan Leekpai advised current PM Srettha Thavisin to avoid imprisonment or exile, alluding to the fates of previous leaders like Thaksin and Yingluck Shinawatra.
Chuan urged Srettha to ensure equitable development across all regions, specifically requesting no discrimination against the southern region in budget allocation.
Srettha responded by thanking Chuan, affirming his commitment to improving public livelihoods, and promising non-discriminatory regional development policies.
Chuan acknowledged Srettha's qualifications but stated it was premature to judge his honesty and performance in office.

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).