Search for HTMS Sukhothai’s missing crew intensifies, empty life raft found

16 Sept 03:09 Key points summarised by AI

Royal Thai Navy (RTN) intensifies its air and sea search for 23 missing crew members of the HTMS Sukhothai after fishermen discovered a radar dome and an empty life raft, believed to be from the sunken vessel.
Search operations have expanded to include extensive coastal patrols and naval divers surveying the sunken ship at a depth of 40 meters, as teams race against time to locate survivors.
The House Military Affairs Committee has summoned Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha and the RTN Commander-in-Chief to testify, raising questions about responsibility, ship maintenance, and potential issues like overloading or insufficient life vests.

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.