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Commerce ministry and chain stores to hold discount sales from April 1st

13 Sept 10:35 Key points summarised by AI

The Ministry of Commerce, in partnership with four major chain stores (Lotus, Makro, Tops, GO Warehouse), will offer discounts on over 1,000 essential goods starting April 1st to alleviate consumer financial strain from rising oil prices.
Consumers can expect 25% to 50% off on products such as soaps, rice, and palm oil, while the Internal Trade Department simultaneously conducts checks to ensure businesses display prices, identifying 25 non-compliant outlets.

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.