Thaksin and Hun Sen signed joint communique approving MoU 44 in 2001

10 Sept 20:32 Key points summarised by AI

Former Prime Ministers Thaksin Shinawatra and Hun Sen signed a joint communique in 2001, approving the controversial MoU 44 regarding overlapping claims in the Gulf of Thailand.
Dean Panthep Puapongpan claims this communique elevated MoU 44 to a treaty, but argues it lacks legal binding due to non-ratification by the Thai parliament and non-compliance with a Royal Command on international maritime law.
Panthep notes the current government asserts MoU 44 is legally binding while omitting mention of the Royal Command, prompting him to demand clarification from Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra.

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.