Communities join conservationists to protect endangered Pulu turtle

13 Sept 11:55 Key points summarised by AI

The Living River Association (LRA) and seven local communities along the Ing River have partnered to protect the endangered Pulu (big-headed) turtle.
Pulu turtles face severe threats from commercial hunting and forest fires, leading to a drastic decline in their population despite being a protected species.
Conservation efforts include declaring the turtles' habitat in the Ing River and its tributaries a no-hunting zone, establishing a fund, and forming a volunteer patrol group.
A recent incident saw a Pulu turtle, rescued after surviving a forest fire, successfully released into a national park creek, underscoring the ongoing threats and the importance of protection initiatives.

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.