Thailand’s golf siblings Moriya, Ariya receive Public Diplomacy Award

25 Sept 05:09 Key points summarised by AI

Thai golf sensations Moriya and Ariya Jutanugarn were jointly awarded the Public Diplomacy Award 2023 by the Thai Foreign Ministry and Thailand Foundation.
The sisters were recognized for their continuous efforts in promoting Thailand globally through their exceptional achievements in international ladies' golf and inspiring new generations of athletes.
Beyond their sporting success, they serve as role models embodying Thai characteristics, advocating for environmental awareness, and inspiring a Netflix documentary about their journey.

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.