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Bangkok governor offers an apology over his statement on new city plan

23 Sept 01:42 Key points summarised by AI

Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt issued a public apology for his statement regarding the new city plan, acknowledging it caused dissatisfaction among some people.
He clarified that the new plan is a regular, five-year revision to adapt to Bangkok's evolving landscape, assuring it benefits the public rather than rich landlords.
The city administration is actively seeking stakeholder opinions, extending public hearings and accepting comments until the end of February to ensure broad input.

Yesterday 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).