Cloud seeding to be started to ease air pollution in Bangkok

11 Sept 19:11 Key points summarised by AI

Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) initiates cloud seeding with the Royal Rainmaking Department to mitigate severe PM2.5 air pollution, attributed to poor air circulation, forest fires, and agricultural burning.
Governor Chadchart Sittipunt expects pollution to decrease next week and encourages motorists to join the 'Green List' program to reduce vehicle emissions, while also tightening controls on construction dust.
The BMA is proceeding with a project to build 1,743 dust-free classrooms, with a prototype already complete and budget allocated.
Residents are advised to wear face masks, limit outdoor exposure, and seek medical attention for respiratory symptoms at BMA's air pollution clinics.
A forest fire in Nakhon Ratchasima, near Bangkok, remains uncontrolled and is projected to spread to lowlands.

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.