Thailand’s green transition gets a power boost

13 Sept 11:13 Key points summarised by AI

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) launched the CF-Hotels platform to empower hotels in measuring, managing, and reducing their environmental footprint, aligning with Thailand's 2030 carbon neutrality goal.
This initiative directly addresses the increasing global demand from travelers who prioritize sustainable accommodation, with a high percentage actively seeking eco-friendly options.
The CF-Hotels platform offers a free, user-friendly database for tracking greenhouse gas emissions, ensuring data credibility through adherence to national (TGO) and international (ISO 14064-1) standards, making sustainability accessible to all hotel sizes.
Hotels utilizing the platform implement diverse green practices, from renewable energy to waste management, leveraging data to benchmark progress and enhance their eligibility for international accreditations, brand reputation, and industry awards.

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.