Voice TV to close on all platforms

13 Sept 19:57 Key points summarised by AI

Voice TV, known for its pro-Thaksin stance, will cease all operations on May 31st after 15 years, leading to approximately 100 staff layoffs.
The decision to close stems from a comprehensive assessment of its business and the evolving media industry, despite its history of adapting across various broadcasting platforms.

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).