Nationwide crackdown launched on illegal nominee shareholders and land holdings
Thi Lo Su waterfall closed to visitors due to floods and mudslides
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Thi Lo Su waterfall closed to visitors due to floods and mudslides
11 Sept 06:01Key points summarised by AI
Thailand's tallest waterfall, Thi Lo Su, has been temporarily closed to visitors following flash floods and mudslides that swept into a nearby camping ground due to torrential rainfall.
The closure occurs amidst broader weather-related issues in Thailand, including Nakhon Phanom province declaring seven districts public disaster zones after Tropical Storm Soulik caused extensive flooding to farmland and damaged 250 houses.
Nationwide crackdown launched on illegal nominee shareholders and land holdings
Today 15:20Key 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.