Death toll in ill-fated express train crash climbs to 32

17 Sept 09:45 Key points summarised by AI

A special express train crash in Nakhon Ratchasima tragically killed 32 passengers and left three unaccounted for, after a crane from a high-speed rail project fell onto it.
The impact derailed the Ubon Ratchathani-bound train, causing a severe fire that engulfed and crushed the second coach, making victim identification challenging due to extensive burns.
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul visited the site and mandated that the State Railway of Thailand and the contractor, Italian-Thai Development Plc, provide maximum compensation and assistance to all affected victims and families.

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.