‘Less Plastic Phuket’ a stepping stone to better waste management

26 Sept 23:03 Key points summarised by AI

Amidst a surge in plastic waste from COVID-19 and rapid urbanization, the 'Less Plastic Phuket' pilot project launched to tackle marine litter and foster a circular economy.
The project successfully reduced single-use plastics through initiatives like alternative food containers ('Take Pinto') and the 'TamSang-TamSong' delivery app, leading to the collection of nearly 3,900 kg of marine litter and increased public awareness.
Post-project, collaborators aim to embed daily garbage separation, aligning with Thailand's national roadmap to transition from a linear to a circular economy, emphasizing the need for collective societal change across all sectors.

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.