100 escaped monkeys cause commotion in Lop Buri

10 Sept 20:26 Key points summarised by AI

Over 100 long-tailed macaques escaped from a large cage in Lop Buri's Mueang district, causing widespread public commotion.
The escaped monkeys invaded a police station, broke into houses for food, and disrupted traffic, creating a nuisance for residents and motorists.
Officials attempted to lure the monkeys back, with about 40 returning, and eventually, all remaining escaped macaques were recaptured by wildlife authorities.
This incident highlights ongoing efforts to manage Lop Buri's monkey population, with over 2,000 monkeys already relocated and a new 26-million baht shelter planned for completion next year.

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.