Will Bua Noi finally leave her cage in Bangkok mall after global outcry?

13 Sept 12:39 Key points summarised by AI

Bua Noi, Thailand's last gorilla, is attracting global attention and calls for her release from Pata Zoo, a department store zoo in Bangkok, where she has been caged for over 30 years.
International organizations like PETA and Free The Wild, along with Thai government officials, advocate for Bua Noi's relocation to a better environment, possibly Germany, to be with other gorillas.
Pata Zoo refuses to release or sell Bua Noi, citing concerns for her inability to adjust to new surroundings and insisting she receives proper care, despite public and ministerial pressure to improve her living conditions.

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.