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Underachiever or scapegoat: EC Secretary-General Sawaeng Boonmee faces judgement

13 Sept 04:27 Key points summarised by AI

EC Secretary-General Sawaeng Boonmee faces potential contract termination after reportedly failing an internal performance evaluation with a 4:3 vote against him, falling below the 60% dismissal threshold.
Controversy surrounds the evaluation's legality, as it's unclear whether former or only incumbent commissioners have the authority to assess his performance, with guidance sought from the Council of State.
Opposition MPs fear Sawaeng's removal could further damage the EC's credibility in handling high-profile cases, while critics argue he is being unfairly scapegoated for the commission's overall inefficiencies.

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.