Air quality in Chiang Mai better today, but poor in eight northern provinces

13 Sept 19:53 Key points summarised by AI

Chiang Mai's air quality improved, moving from the world's worst to the third most polluted city with an AQI of 180.
Despite this improvement, eight northern provinces, including Chiang Mai, still face 'Red level' (health-threatening) PM2.5 pollution.
The highest PM2.5 concentration was recorded in Wiang Pang Kham, Chiang Rai, reaching 210.2µg/m³.

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.