Draft bill on protection of ethnic peoples approved by Cabinet

23 Sept 03:08 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Cabinet endorsed a draft bill to protect and support the country's 10 million indigenous ethnic peoples, ensuring equal rights in line with the constitution.
The proposed bill aims to grant ethnic minorities equal protection and rights, addressing issues like lack of nationality, and will permit them to live and work in Thailand provided they conserve forests.

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.