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Coral, sea grass and marine rock formations in Thailand’s southern provinces now protected

15 Sept 23:24 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand has implemented new legal protections for sea grass, coral reefs, and marine rock formations in four southern coastal provinces, with violators facing up to one year in prison or a 100,000 baht fine.
The protection prohibits activities such as dropping anchors, feeding marine life, and dumping garbage, aiming to reverse extensive human-caused damage, as only 5.7% of Thailand's 23,840 hectares of coral reefs remain in perfect condition.

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.