Fuel prices jump 6 baht as oil fund strain deepens

11 Sept 19:06 Key points summarised by AI

Fuel prices, including diesel, benzine, and various gasohol types, increased by 6 baht per litre, effective Thursday, following an earlier 2 baht diesel hike.
The Oil Fuel Fund Executive Committee approved the sharp rise, attributing it to escalating global oil prices driven by Middle East tensions and the fund's daily financial burden of 2.592 billion baht.
The government is actively exploring measures to ease the impact of these significant price adjustments on consumers.

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.