Thai ship hit in Hormuz runs aground off Iran's Qeshm Island

11 Sept 16:29 Key points summarised by AI

A Thai-flagged cargo ship, Mayuree Naree, was struck by unknown projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz, leading it to run aground off Iran’s Qeshm Island.
Twenty crew members were rescued by the Omani navy following an explosion and fire in the engine room, but three crew members remain missing.
Iranian and Omani teams are currently verifying further information and hoping for the safe return of the missing crew members.

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.