Leader of the Thai Pakdee party not guilty of defamation

14 Sept 04:21 Key points summarised by AI

Dr. Warong Dechgitvigrom, leader of the Thai Pakdee party, was acquitted in a defamation suit filed by Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit.
The Criminal Court found Warong not guilty, stating he merely expressed his opinion in good faith regarding Thanathorn's alleged intent to offend the monarchy.

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).