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Multiple people killed, many injured in bridge collapse on Rama 2 Road

13 Sept 22:41 Key points summarised by AI

Five people were killed and 24 injured when a bridge under construction on Rama 2 Road in Chom Thong district collapsed.
The collapse prompted an immediate shutdown of traffic on Rama 2 Road and the Dao Khanong expressway, causing major disruption.
Transport Minister Suriya Juangroongruangkit ordered the contractor to pay 1 million baht compensation per fatality and suspended their work for 14 days pending an investigation.
Initial assessments by the Thailand Structural Engineers Association suggest the cross beam's structural weakness or inadequate support may have caused the collapse.
Authorities are clearing debris, aiming to reopen the in-bound expressway within seven days and the out-bound section in about a month.

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.