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Rebels in Myanmar launch drone attacks against government troops near 2nd friendship bridge

15 Sept 11:31 Key points summarised by AI

Karen rebels launched drone attacks on Myanmar government troops near the second Thai-Myanmar friendship bridge, leading Thai forces to secure the border area.
Myanmar government troops retreated from Myawaddy township to positions near the friendship bridge after their camp was captured by combined rebel forces, citing family safety.
The ongoing conflict has resulted in a surge of Myanmar civilians crossing into Thailand and a significant increase in wealthy Myanmar citizens purchasing condominiums in Thailand, partly due to mandatory military conscription.

Today 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).