Thailand sends medical supplies into Myanmar to treat cholera patients

14 Sept 11:06 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand dispatches 24,000 doses of anti-cholera medication and will send 4,000 vaccine doses to Myanmar to combat a cholera outbreak affecting an estimated 7,000 people, primarily in Yangon, Mandalay, and Mon state.
The Public Health Minister advises strict hygiene, consuming well-cooked food, and clean water to prevent infection, noting four cases reported in Thailand's Mae Sot district.

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.