Sculpture recently found in Buri Ram unlikely to be ancient

13 Sept 13:21 Key points summarised by AI

Experts from Phanom Rung Historical Park conclude a recently discovered sculpture in Buri Ram's Dong Yai Wildlife Sanctuary is likely not an ancient artifact.
Reasons cited include its isolated presence, an inconsistent artistic style compared to regional finds, its intact condition, and reports of monks with artistic skills inhabiting the site decades ago.

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).