Village headman and insurgent killed in clash in Pattani Province

13 Sept 07:38 Key points summarised by AI

A village headman and an insurgent were killed, and two police officers injured, during a security force operation to search a house in Pattani Province for suspected insurgents.
The operation targeted individuals believed to be involved in recent firebomb attacks; the headman was fatally shot after negotiations failed, leading security forces to storm the house and kill an insurgent with multiple arrest warrants. The headman was posthumously praised for his sacrifice.

Nationwide crackdown launched on illegal nominee shareholders and land holdings

Today 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.