Six more dugongs found dead in four days in seas off Krabi and Trang

15 Sept 13:29 Key points summarised by AI

Six adult dugongs were found dead within four days across Krabi and Trang provinces, prompting an urgent conservation response.
Researchers suspect prolonged starvation and weakened health as the primary cause of death, noting abnormalities in the dugongs' hearts and lungs.
The Marine and Coastal Resources Department is holding an urgent meeting with World Wildlife Fund experts to devise strategies for saving dugongs.
International experts will be brought in by the WWF to help rehabilitate critically depleted seagrass feeding grounds and explore alternative food sources for dugongs.

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.