Civil Court orders seizure of Bt13bn linked to scam network

10 Sept 16:53 Key points summarised by AI

The Civil Court has ordered the temporary seizure of approximately 13 billion baht in assets.
These assets are linked to several alleged scam networks, primarily operating from Cambodia, involving multiple alleged bosses and their associates.
The Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO) requested the court order to prevent the illicitly obtained assets from being illegally transferred, sold, or moved.

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.