China deports Japanese tourists over Great Wall buttocks pic: reports

16 Sept 06:07 Key points summarised by AI

Two Japanese tourists in their 20s were detained for two weeks and then deported from China for taking photos exposing their buttocks at the Great Wall, a World Heritage site.
The incident, considered an indecent act against Chinese law and explained as a 'prank' by the tourists, sparked widespread outrage on Chinese social media, garnering over 60 million views and strong condemnations.

Nationwide crackdown launched on illegal nominee shareholders and land holdings

Today 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.