Thailand’s interior ministry orders increased security in southern provinces

17 Sept 09:16 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Interior Ministry ordered governors of Yala, Pattani, Narathiwat, Satun, and Songkhla to elevate security to maximum peacetime levels.
This directive follows a recent wave of bomb and arson attacks, injuring civilians, damaging infrastructure, and disrupting train services in the southern provinces.
Guidelines include deploying more personnel to guard government offices, hospitals, schools, and childcare centers, increasing road patrols, and coordinating with police and military.
Officials are instructed to repair and guard damaged surveillance cameras and communication systems, while the public is urged to report any suspicious activities.

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.