Thais rally to offer moral support to Princess Sirindhorn

13 Sept 20:59 Key points summarised by AI

Thai officials and citizens spontaneously rallied to show moral support for Princess Sirindhorn following a recent incident where activists attempted to pursue her motorcade on a Bangkok expressway.
Government ministries, led by various officials including General Prawit Wongsuwan, held ceremonies and wore purple, while Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin affirmed the Princess's dedication and the importance of her security.

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).