Thailand at low risk of Hantavirus outbreak - Dr Yong

18 Sept 02:55 Key points summarised by AI

Dr. Yong Poovorawan assures the Thai public that the risk of a Hantavirus outbreak is very low, despite recent fatalities on a cruise ship.
He clarifies that the Hantavirus species previously identified in Thailand decades ago differs from the strain recently observed.
Evidence of Hantavirus exists in Thai rats, and antibodies have been found in people with close rodent contact, such as farmworkers.
Hantavirus, transmitted by rodents through fluids or contaminated airborne dust, can cause severe conditions like Hemorrhagic Fever with Renal Syndrome (HFRS) or Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS).

Nationwide crackdown launched on illegal nominee shareholders and land holdings

Today 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.