Party drugs disguised as drinks and coffee packs for sale on TikTok - ONCB

13 Sept 23:30 Key points summarised by AI

Drug trafficking gangs are disguising party drugs like ketamine and Ecstasy as common beverages (electrolyte/collagen drinks, coffee) and advertising them on TikTok.
The ONCB warns that these disguised drugs are highly dangerous, often mixed, and can cause sudden death, while monitoring online sales and penalizing web administrators who post such ads.

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.