CPF told to stop publicising sales of jade perch products at Kaset Fair

16 Sept 06:32 Key points summarised by AI

Charoen Pokphand Foods (CPF) received a three-day warning from the Fisheries Department to cease advertising jade perch products at Kaset Fair, or its license to raise the non-indigenous fish may be revoked.
CPF was initially permitted to import and raise jade perch for research, later for commercial sale of *frozen* fish exclusively through company outlets, with strict conditions against moving live fish.
The company publicized frozen jade perch and ready-made foods at the Kaset Fair without notifying the Fisheries Department, violating the terms of its permit.
Despite the warning, CPF's General Manager claims permission for both sales and showcasing at the fair, dismissing concerns about the fish surviving if it escaped due to its cold-water nature.

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.