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Bangkok choked by excessive PM2.5 airborne pollution today

13 Sept 09:58 Key points summarised by AI

Greater Bangkok is experiencing severe air pollution, with PM2.5 levels significantly exceeding the safe limit of 37.5 µg/m³.
Eleven other central provinces, including Samut Sakhon and Samut Songkhram, are also reporting dangerously high PM2.5 concentrations.
Within Bangkok, districts like Bangkok Yai, Khlong San, and Thon Buri are the worst affected, with all capital districts deemed unhealthy due to poor air quality.

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.