Indonesia sex laws 'nail in coffin' for LGBTQ rights

22 Sept 19:50 Key points summarised by AI

Indonesia's new legislation criminalizes sex outside marriage (up to one year in prison) and cohabitation for unmarried couples (up to six months), posing a significant threat to the LGBTQ community.
The law disproportionately impacts gay couples who cannot legally marry, forcing them to live 'under the radar' and intensifying their vulnerability to discrimination and prosecution.
Activists warn the amendments escalate an already hostile environment, as family members can report violations, potentially leading to imprisonment and ruined lives for LGBTQ individuals.

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.