US and Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire

14 Sept 14:34 Key points summarised by AI

US President Donald Trump reversed his threat of devastating strikes on Iran, instead agreeing to a two-week ceasefire just before his deadline.
Iran accepted the ceasefire, proposed a "workable" 10-point peace plan, and agreed to negotiate with the US in Islamabad, while also allowing passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif played a crucial role in mediating, urging both sides to deescalate and extend deadlines to allow for diplomatic progress.
The two-week truce is intended to finalize an agreement, as Trump indicated that most points of contention between the US and Iran have already been resolved.

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.