Death toll in Rama II construction site increases to six

14 Sept 03:28 Key points summarised by AI

The death toll from the construction site accident on the Bang Khun Thian-Ban Phaeo elevated motorway in Samut Sakhon has risen to six (two Thais, four Myanmar workers), with nine people injured and hospitalized.
Rescue efforts are ongoing to retrieve one trapped victim, with cranes now on-site to remove collapsed steel and concrete. Sections of Rama II Road are closed for safety, and families of the deceased will receive 860,000 baht in compensation.

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.