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Riverside residents along Mekong River brace for overflows

2 Oct 01:13 Key points summarised by AI

Mekong River communities from Loei to Ubon Ratchathani are warned to brace for potential flooding from today until Friday due to river overflows.
Water levels are forecast to rise by 0.5 meters, with Nakhon Phanom and Mukdahan provinces identified as most vulnerable to critical levels by Thursday and Friday, respectively.
Mukdahan Governor Worayan Boonnarat confirmed that provincial administrations have implemented preparedness measures, including traders moving goods, and a 24/7 hotline (1784) for assistance.
The rising water levels are attributed to accumulated heavy rainfall in Laos and surrounding Thai provinces over the past several days.

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.