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Doctors rally behind Medical Council in showdown with minister over Thaksin's hospital stay

13 Sept 21:26 Key points summarised by AI

Over 100 doctors from Thailand's top state medical schools have publicly supported the Medical Council in its dispute with Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsuthin.
The Medical Council found two doctors from Police General Hospital ethically misconducted in former PM Thaksin Shinawatra's treatment, suspending their licenses, and warned a third from the Corrections Department.
Minister Somsak, also the council's special chairman, is reviewing the ruling and has the power to veto it, a decision that would require a two-thirds council vote to be overturned.

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.