Two trucks carrying 109 illegal head of cattle from Myanmar seized in Tak

23 Sept 02:25 Key points summarised by AI

Thai customs and livestock officials intercepted two trucks in Tak province, seizing 109 cattle illegally smuggled from Myanmar and arresting two drivers.
The arrested drivers were found using fraudulent "recycled" permits for the cattle's movement out of Tak province.
Tak province is designated an "under watch" zone for foot and mouth disease, making unauthorized animal movement without a veterinarian's permit a violation of the animal epidemic act.
Officials are intensifying efforts to prevent the spread of foot and mouth disease from Myanmar, where disease control is lax, to protect domestic cattle farmers and consumers.

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.