Government to start building Chainat-Pasak-Gulf water diversion canal next year
Nationwide crackdown launched on illegal nominee shareholders and land holdings
Minor earthquake rattles Tak's Mae Sot district
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Minor earthquake rattles Tak's Mae Sot district
11 Sept 04:16Key points summarised by AI
A minor magnitude 2.9 earthquake struck Mae Sot district of Tak at 4:32 am, causing light tremors in the area.
The shallow quake, with its epicentre in Mae Kasa sub-district, resulted in no reported damage or casualties, and no emergency alert was issued due to its low intensity.
Nationwide crackdown launched on illegal nominee shareholders and land holdings
Yesterday 15:20Key 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.