Nationwide crackdown launched on illegal nominee shareholders and land holdings
E-cigarettes and e-liquids worth ฿80m seized in Bangkok and Nakhon Pathom
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E-cigarettes and e-liquids worth ฿80m seized in Bangkok and Nakhon Pathom
23 Sept 02:21Key points summarised by AI
Thai police from the Technology Crime Suppression Division (TCSD) confiscated ฿80 million worth of illegal e-cigarettes, e-liquids, and accessories during raids on two warehouses in Bangkok and Nakhon Pathom.
E-cigarettes and e-liquids are banned in Thailand, with severe penalties including up to 10 years imprisonment and substantial fines for importers and sellers.
Nationwide crackdown launched on illegal nominee shareholders and land holdings
Yesterday 15:20Key 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.