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Chinese Embassy asked to check backgrounds of Chinese arrested at Bangkok night spot

15 Sept 03:11 Key points summarised by AI

Thai police arrested 48 Chinese nationals, including 18 women, during a raid on an exclusive high-end karaoke venue in Bangkok's Huai Khwang district.
Officers discovered various controlled narcotics, including cocaine, ketamine, Ecstasy, and 'Happy Water,' along with drug paraphernalia, both inside the venue and in cars parked outside.
The Royal Thai Police are now coordinating with the Chinese Embassy to verify the backgrounds of those arrested.
Allegations have surfaced from former massage tycoon Chuwit Kamolvisit, claiming the raid was due to internal police conflict over bribe sharing, noting the absence of local Huai Khwang police in the operation.

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.