2nd phase of “30-Baht Plus” medical scheme to launch in March

21 Sept 06:50 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Public Health Ministry is set to launch the second phase of the “30-Baht Plus” free health service scheme in March across eight new provinces.
The first phase, which allowed patients to access medical care using only their ID cards, was positively received, did not over-burden medical staff, and facilitated convenient services like home medicine deliveries and telemedicine.

Thailand secures US$200m World Bank loan for clean energy and low carbon cities

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).