Suspicious tanker delays raise red flags in oil probe

16 Sept 10:36 Key points summarised by AI

A joint task force, including the DSI, is investigating alleged oil hoarding at sea off Surat Thani, inspecting vessels and oil quantities.
Authorities identified 99 suspicious tanker voyages with irregularities, including unusually long travel times, particularly on routes from eastern refineries to Surat Thani.
Investigators are cross-referencing transport documentation and excise tax payments against delivery records to reconcile oil volumes and vessel movements.
The probe continues into 57 million litres of oil believed to have gone missing at sea, with a focus on verifying all shipment data.

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.