Fourth suspect in TG cabin crew drug case detained in Phayao

15 Sept 02:14 Key points summarised by AI

Police arrested 'Ekawit' in Phayao, the fourth suspect in the THAI cabin crew drug case, alleging he concealed heroin in elephant tote bags.
Ekawit reportedly supplied heroin-filled bags to 'Uthai', who then delivered a package to cabin crew member 'Meena' at her Bangkok condominium for a flight to Melbourne.
Investigators uncovered significant financial transfers to Uthai's wife's bank account, with four suspects now in Thai custody, including Uthai, Nanthawat, and Ekawit.

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.