Myanmar military escalates civilian killings amid diplomatic push

13 Sept 13:53 Key points summarised by AI

Myanmar's military has significantly escalated attacks on civilians, including intensified aerial bombing campaigns and mass killings, since a new military chief took command in late March.
The conflict monitor ACLED recorded over a dozen mass killings, resulting in more than 450 civilian fatalities in the first half of 2026, attributing the surge to new military tactics and the junta's focus on consolidating power.
This intensified repression by the military occurs despite increased diplomatic engagement from regional governments like India, China, and the ASEAN bloc.

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.