Move Forward party wants to defend itself in Constitutional Court

23 Sept 02:17 Key points summarised by AI

Move Forward party leader, Chaithawat Tulathon, announced the party will vigorously defend itself in the Constitutional Court against allegations of attempting to overthrow the Constitutional Monarchy.
The party seeks an opportunity to present evidence and witnesses to prove their intentions regarding their campaign and proposed amendments to Section 112 (lèse majesté law).
Chaithawat warned that dissolving the party would escalate political conflict and emphasized caution against involving the Monarchy in political disputes.
The Election Commission (EC) unanimously decided to seek the party's dissolution, citing a prior Constitutional Court ruling, and refuted claims of external influence in their decision.

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).