Labour groups make demands of government on International Women’s Day

13 Sept 14:21 Key points summarised by AI

Thai women’s labour groups marched to Government House on International Women’s Day, submitting 11 demands under the slogan “Resistance against Women’s Labour Oppression Capitalism.”
They reiterated calls for Thailand to recognize crucial International Labour Organisation (ILO) conventions, including those on maternal rights (183), eradicating workplace violence (190), and freedom of association (87, 98).
New demands included recognizing the people’s Clean Air bill, ILO Convention 155 on workplace health and safety, work permits for migrant workers, and protections for political refugees.
Other labour unions specifically demanded 180-days paid maternal leave, 30-days paid leave for spouses, revocation of discriminatory laws (e.g., anti-prostitution act), and the passing of the marriage equality bill.
Further demands included at least two days of paid menstrual leave and multiple days off for birth control services and pregnancy tests for female workers.

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.