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Thai Army use rubber bullets and tear gas against Cambodian crowd

10 Sept 20:22 Key points summarised by AI

Thai anti-riot forces deployed rubber bullets and tear gas to repel a Cambodian crowd attacking soldiers at Ban Nong Ya Kaeo.
The clash erupted as approximately 200 Cambodians protested Thailand's installation of barbed wire, perceiving it as territorial encroachment.
Five Thai soldiers sustained injuries from stones, while Cambodian officials reported nearly ten Cambodians, including monks and security personnel, were injured by tear gas and reported "live rounds."
This incident follows prior border tensions, including a Thai protest over Cambodian removal of border fencing just days earlier.

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.