Phumtham: Cambodia’s flip-flops delay border talks

12 Sept 04:01 Key points summarised by AI

Acting PM Phumtham Wechayachai expressed concern over Cambodia's inconsistent stances, or "flip-flops," which significantly delay long-standing border dispute negotiations.
The upcoming Regional Border Committee (RBC) meeting will specifically address Cambodia's demand for Thailand to dismantle a barbed-wire border fence.
Thailand firmly rejects Cambodia's demand, asserting the fence is built on Thai soil to prevent Cambodian forces from laying anti-personnel landmines.
Phumtham emphasized that as long as both nations adhere to peaceful means and bilateral talks, the duration of the dispute resolution is less critical than the commitment to these methods.

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.