Bangkok air pollution exceeds safe level for three consecutive days

16 Sept 12:03 Key points summarised by AI

Bangkok's PM2.5 levels averaged 64.2µg/m³, significantly surpassing the safe limit of 37.5µg/m³, marking three consecutive days of unsafe air quality.
Five districts in Bangkok, including Nong Khaem (94.2µg/m³) and Bang Bon (76.8µg/m³), recorded the highest pollution levels.
High PM2.5 concentrations also impacted surrounding provinces like Nakhon Pathom, Nonthaburi, Samut Prakan, and Samut Sakhon, as well as areas in the northern and eastern regions.
Globally, Bangkok currently ranks as the 8th most polluted city according to the Air Quality Index.

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.