Thailand officially a happier country this year

13 Sept 13:05 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand advanced to 58th globally in the World Happiness Report 2024, climbing two positions from the previous year.
Regionally, Thailand ranks fourth in ASEAN and seventh in Asia, with Singapore maintaining its lead as Asia's happiest country.
Finland secured its title as the world's happiest country, while the report's rankings are based on factors like GDP per capita, social support, and healthy life expectancy.
Individual perspectives shared by people with disabilities emphasize happiness found in personal ease, meaningful relationships, and shared activities, acknowledging challenges but highlighting the importance of connection.

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).