Myanmar air force bombs their rebel occupied army camp in Myawaddy

13 Sept 12:12 Key points summarised by AI

Myanmar's air force launched an airstrike on its former army camp in Myawaddy, which had recently been captured by Karen National Union (KNU) rebels.
The KNU forces had seized the Pa Song camp, replacing the government flag with their own, and successfully repelled Myanmar troop reinforcements, claiming heavy casualties and an injured general.
The bombing caused fires within the camp, but rebel casualties are unconfirmed as most had taken shelter prior to the raid.
Thai troops are on alert along the border with Myawaddy, a key trading hub, though cross-border trade has seen only a slight reduction despite the ongoing fighting.

Thailand secures US$200m World Bank loan for clean energy and low carbon cities

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).