Chinese hotelier accused of ordering trees cut to improve Mount Fuji view

23 Sept 04:57 Key points summarised by AI

Japanese authorities arrested Chinese hotel owner Guo Yachuan and three accomplices for allegedly ordering the illegal felling of 23 trees.
The trees, located on a neighbor's nursing facility property, reportedly obstructed the coveted Mount Fuji view from Guo's "Kumonoue Fuji Hotel."
The suspects face charges of criminal property damage and trespassing, with allegations of using methods like drilling and injecting herbicides into the trees over a two-year period.

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.