Grenade discovered near Thai base as RBC talks end without agreement

11 Sept 10:42 Key points summarised by AI

A 40mm grenade, fired from Cambodia, landed near a Thai operational base in Si Sa Ket, prompting tightened security measures, though no injuries or damage were reported.
Thailand's Second Army Region confirmed the border situation is under control, with Cambodian authorities attributing the incident to a lapse in discipline by newly deployed personnel.
Separately, the first special Regional Border Committee (RBC) Secretariat meeting between Thai and Cambodian forces concluded without an agreement.
The talks failed because Cambodian proposals on border demarcation exceeded the RBC's authority and were deemed irrelevant to the General Border Committee's joint statement, despite Thailand's efforts for a resolution.

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.