34.66% want the “digital wallet” scheme to be scrapped - NIDA Poll

23 Sept 06:08 Key points summarised by AI

A NIDA Poll indicates that 34.66% of respondents believe the government's 10,000 baht digital wallet scheme should be scrapped.
A significant majority, 68.85% of those polled, stated they would not be upset if the digital wallet scheme were cancelled.
Despite varied opinions on the scheme, 63.51% of respondents reported experiencing economic difficulties and are in urgent need of government assistance.

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.