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Application forms for Senate candidacy available today at district offices

15 Sept 00:36 Key points summarised by AI

Senate candidacy application packages, including forms and election manuals, are available starting today at all district offices, with registration opening on Monday.
Strict eligibility criteria require applicants to be Thai nationals by birth, at least 40 years old, and possess ten years of experience in one of 20 occupational groups, while certain individuals like media owners and political party members are prohibited.
The election process involves three levels (district, provincial, national) where candidates vote among themselves to select a final 200 senators.
The new senators will not select the prime minister but will hold significant legislative power, including vetting bills, amending the Constitution, and approving members of independent organizations.

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).