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Srisuwan claims he was framed for “stepping on somebody’s toe”

14 Sept 02:44 Key points summarised by AI

Serial petitioner Srisuwan Janya faces extortion charges, claiming he is being framed for his relentless anti-corruption efforts.
Srisuwan and two associates are accused of attempting to extort 1.5 million baht from Rice Department Director-General Natthakit Khongthip to prevent exposure of alleged corruption.
Denying the charges, Srisuwan stated he discarded a suspicious cash package found at his home and vowed to continue his anti-corruption crusade.
The National Anti-Corruption Commission confirmed Natthakit's complaint, detailing an initial demand of three million baht, later bargained down, with a first installment already paid.

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).