Two killed in crush as hundreds queue for passports in Myanmar

13 Sept 13:51 Key points summarised by AI

Two women died in a crush outside a passport office in Mandalay, Myanmar, as thousands rushed to secure travel documents.
The surge to leave the country follows the junta's announcement to enforce a military service law, conscripting men aged 18-35 and women aged 18-27.
This conscription effort occurs as the military regime, three years after its coup, struggles against widespread armed opposition and significant territorial losses.

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.