Mass evacuation of Hat Yai ordered

10 Sept 17:31 Key points summarised by AI

Songkhla's governor mandated a mass evacuation of Hat Yai city residents to shelters due to the worst flooding in 25 years, exacerbated by runoffs from Sadao district.
The crisis escalated to a severe level, prompting the declaration of all 16 districts in Songkhla province as disaster zones, with water levels potentially exceeding the devastation of the 2000 mega-floods.
Emergency services, including military units and volunteers, are actively evacuating residents, prioritizing children, the elderly, and the infirm, while urging all affected to relocate to temporary shelters immediately.
Officials forecast floodwaters could rise significantly (1.25–1.45 meters) by tomorrow morning, with continuous heavy rainfall expected, impacting over 635,000 people and resulting in one reported fatality across the province.

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.