Myanmar military to hold annual armed forces day

14 Sept 04:36 Key points summarised by AI

Myanmar's junta stages its annual Armed Forces Day parade amidst significant territorial losses and a surging armed resistance, acknowledging nationwide elections may be impossible due to instability.
Three years after seizing power, the military faces an "existential threat" from mounting casualties and defections, leading to the enforcement of a mandatory military service law.
The parade, a defiant show of force in the tightly secured capital, highlights the junta's continued reliance on allies like Russia, who provide crucial arms and diplomatic support.

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.