Anutin concedes diesel price move will hurt public, aid planned

21 Sept 06:01 Key points summarised by AI

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul admitted the government's decision to remove the diesel price cap will negatively affect the public.
The government is considering new aid measures for selected groups, as well as the industrial and agricultural sectors, to mitigate the impact.
The Oil Fuel Fund has stopped its 37 baht per litre daily subsidy, leading to the current market price of 32.94 baht per litre.
Authorities inspected the IRPC refinery to ensure 'green fuel' for the fishing industry is not being smuggled abroad due to price disparities.

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.