Wissanu refutes kidney transplant claims

23 Sept 03:57 Key points summarised by AI

PM advisor Wissanu Krea-ngam firmly refuted claims he plans to undergo a kidney transplant, despite needing daily dialysis, stating his doctors agree dialysis is currently the best method.
He dismissed rumors that his return to government was to expedite a transplant or have it performed at a specific hospital, emphasizing his decision against surgery.
Wissanu expressed disinterest in a transplant due to the need for immunosuppressants and reluctance to accept a kidney from his children.

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).