Protest against SEC and Entertainment Complex as cabinet meets in Songkhla

11 Sept 22:12 Key points summarised by AI

Civil society members in southern Thailand protested against the Southern Economic Corridor (SEC) and Entertainment Complex Acts during a mobile cabinet meeting in Songkhla.
Protesters claim the SEC project, similar to the Eastern Economic Corridor, will devastate the livelihoods of small-scale southern fishermen and local communities.
They demand the government acknowledge public opposition to the entertainment complex, specifically concerns about casino inclusion.
The SEC project is a large-scale initiative to create a 'land bridge' connecting the Gulf of Thailand to the Andaman Sea via Chumphon and Ranong, aiming to establish a major regional logistics hub and boost trade.

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.