New minimum wage to come into force on January 1

23 Sept 06:04 Key points summarised by AI

The tri-partite Wage Committee approved a new national minimum wage increase, ranging from 7 to 55 baht per day, set to take effect on January 1.
The highest rate of 400 baht per day will apply to workers in Phuket, Chachoengsao, Chon Buri, and Ko Samui, while Bangkok and six surrounding provinces will see an adjustment to 372 baht, with other regions having varied rates.

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.