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Thai PM “will try his best” to secure free World Cup live broadcasts

11 Sept 02:29 Key points summarised by AI

Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul pledges government efforts to secure live World Cup broadcasts for the public, though free-to-air access is not yet confirmed.
The Public Relations Department (PRD) is tasked with coordinating with the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) to plan and determine the cost of acquiring the broadcast rights.
The estimated cost for broadcast rights in Thailand ranges from 1.5 to 1.6 billion baht, requiring the NBTC board to assess the financial viability and public interest before approving funding.
The NBTC has excluded World Cup broadcasts from its “Must Have” rule, meaning rights holders are not obligated to air matches on free-to-air platforms, and the board is wary of past funding disputes.

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.