Over 120 nabbed at a drug-fuelled party in a Sukhumvit hotel

12 Sept 00:01 Key points summarised by AI

Police raided an 'underwear party' at a Sukhumvit hotel, apprehending 120 men and two women, seizing ecstasy, crystal meth, and ketamine.
Sixty-six party-goers tested positive for drug use, and 31 were found in possession of drugs, with one suspected organizer using a QR code for drug payments.

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.