No re-entry fees for migrant workers who go home to celebrate Songkran

14 Sept 02:59 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Labour Minister announced that migrant workers from Laos, Cambodia, and Myanmar returning home for Songkran (April 1st - May 15th) will be exempt from re-entry fees.
This exemption covers both eligible migrant workers and their dependents holding specific temporary stay visas, eliminating the need for re-entry permits if they return by May 15th.

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.