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1,685 drivers placed on probation by courts in two days

21 Sept 05:44 Key points summarised by AI

Courts placed 1,685 motorcycle and car drivers on probation for offenses like driving under the influence of alcohol, reckless driving, or drinking while driving, during the first two days of a New Year safe driving campaign.
The majority of cases involved drunk driving, with Chiang Mai reporting the highest number of incidents; four drunk drivers were also ordered to wear electronic monitoring bracelets for four months.

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.