Water diversion bypass to divert fresh water from reaching cave

21 Sept 06:46 Key points summarised by AI

A 200-meter bypass has been constructed to divert 13,000 cubic meters of fresh water daily from flowing into Tham Luang cave.
This diversion is crucial for ongoing efforts to drain the cave, ensuring water levels recede more effectively even during rainfall.
Currently, approximately 68,000 cubic meters of water are being pumped out of the cave daily, leading to an average drop of one centimeter every two hours.
Officials are also managing the drainage of 800 rai of rice fields flooded by the pumped-out cave water, directing it into the Ma canal.

Nationwide crackdown launched on illegal nominee shareholders and land holdings

Yesterday 15:20 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul initiated a nationwide crackdown on illegal Thai nominee shareholders in foreign-run businesses and land holdings to safeguard national interests.
The government will integrate efforts across all relevant agencies to target illicit foreign operations, forced sales of illegally acquired property, and high-risk land ownership schemes.
Key strategies include auditing suspect land and building holdings, establishing a long-term monitoring system, and cross-referencing data from various authorities to trace ultimate beneficial owners.
Prime Minister Anutin emphasized that no influential figures or corrupt officials are above the law, promising straightforward prosecution, asset seizures, and protection for enforcing officers.
Beyond land ownership, the integrated crackdown will also extend to tackle transnational crimes, including drug and human trafficking.