BMA to focus more on the safety of construction sites

13 Sept 13:23 Key points summarised by AI

Recent fatal construction collapses in Bangkok have eroded public trust in BMA projects, prompting a renewed focus on safety.
The BMA will enhance transparency by integrating all 42 construction sites into GPS and GIS systems, making project details, timelines, and responsible parties publicly accessible.
To prevent collapses caused by vibrations, the BMA is installing city-wide weight sensors to detect and immediately remove overweight trucks.
Stricter measures and selection criteria will be applied to contractors with a history of failures, delays, or incidents causing harm, aiming for better quality projects.

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.