Hospitals in Nan ready to evacuate patients if flooding worsens

13 Sept 07:04 Key points summarised by AI

Hospitals in Nan province are prepared to evacuate over 800 patients to nearby provinces with military assistance if flooding intensifies.
Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsuthin instructed hospitals in 49 provinces, especially Nan, Chiang Rai, and Phayao, to closely monitor water levels and take necessary precautions.
The Nan River has surpassed critical levels, prompting evacuation advisories for residents, while Thoeng district in Chiang Rai and Pong district in Phayao also face severe inundation.

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.