Widespread flooding, traffic gridlock as summer storm hits Bangkok

13 Sept 13:33 Key points summarised by AI

A summer storm caused widespread flooding and severe traffic gridlock across Bangkok, notably impacting the Phet Kasem-Ratchapruek intersection and Ramkhamhaeng Road.
Heavy rainfall, measuring up to 91.5mm in some districts, led to the disruptions, trending 'Rain' on X, and prompted the Bangkok Governor to activate the city's anti-flooding center.

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).