Myanmar says Suu Kyi is healthy as ASEAN seeks access

10 Sept 22:30 Key points summarised by AI

Myanmar's Foreign Minister informed ASEAN counterparts that detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi is in good health and will be well looked after.
ASEAN Special Envoy Maria Theresa Lazaro confirmed Myanmar's statement but reiterated her ongoing efforts to gain direct access to Suu Kyi, who has been imprisoned since the 2021 military coup.
This was the first meeting between ASEAN foreign ministers and their Myanmar counterpart since the coup, aiming to revive a five-year-old peace initiative to end the country's civil war.
ASEAN members, including Thailand, urged for the special envoy to be granted the opportunity to meet Suu Kyi to independently verify Myanmar's claims about her status and well-being.

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.