Pareena ordered to pay Bt7.6m to EC for cost of by-election

13 Sept 03:33 Key points summarised by AI

A Ratchaburi court ordered former MP Pareena Kraikupt to pay Bt7.6 million to the Election Commission within 30 days for the cost of a by-election.
This order follows her removal from MP status and a lifetime political ban by the Supreme Court due to severe ethical misconduct, including land encroachment.

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.