Setting the national benchmarks for sodium levels

10 Sept 05:59 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand is establishing national sodium benchmarks for manufactured foods to combat high sodium intake (nearly double WHO limits) and reduce diet-related non-communicable diseases (NCDs), aligning with WHO's 2030 targets.
Researchers at Mahidol University are developing these context-specific benchmarks across eight major food groups, proposing a two-phase, five-year voluntary implementation framework to gradually reduce sodium levels in products.
Success hinges on broad inter-agency collaboration, consumer empowerment, and potential tax incentives, despite manufacturer concerns about taste, aiming to improve public health and reduce national healthcare burdens.

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.