Leak at Thai Oil’s terminal in Si Racha district, clean-up operation underway

13 Sept 09:31 Key points summarised by AI

Approximately 20 tonnes of crude oil leaked into the sea off Si Racha district from a damaged pipeline during discharge from the Singaporean oil tanker Phoenix Jamnagar at Thai Oil's floating jetty.
The Marine Department is coordinating a clean-up operation, deploying containment booms, dispersants, and skimmers, and has enlisted the Royal Thai Navy for support, while Thai Oil has successfully repaired the pipeline to halt further leakage.

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.