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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Friday 28 March 2025
Police Crack Down on 15 Chinese-Backed Firms Using Thai Nominees Picture courtesy of CIB Authorities have launched a major operation against 15 businesses allegedly acting as front companies for Chinese investors, arresting 71 people in connection with the scheme. The crackdown, led by the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) and the Economic Crime Suppression Division (ECD), uncovered widespread illegal foreign business operations using Thai nominees. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1356017-police-crack-down-on-15-chinese-backed-firms-using-thai-nominees/ -
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Submarine Accident Claims Six Russian Tourist Lives off Egyptian coast
Six Russian tourists lost their lives on Thursday when a tourist submarine sank near the Egyptian resort city of Hurghada. Maj. Gen. Amr Hanafy confirmed the fatalities on the Red Sea Governorate’s official Facebook page, stating that 45 passengers were onboard at the time, including tourists from Russia, India, Norway, and Sweden, along with five Egyptian crew members. According to Hanafy, apart from the six Russians, all other tourists were successfully rescued. Inside the same Sinbad tourist submarine that sunk off the coast of Egypt in the Red Sea on Thursday morning. This video is from a previous voyage. It gives you a sense of the experience when things don’t go terribly wrong. The governor also noted that four individuals were critically injured and are currently receiving treatment in intensive care at local hospitals. The tragic accident occurred in the waters off Egypt’s eastern coastline and involved a vessel operated by Sindbad Submarines. According to the Russian consulate in Hurghada, the submarine "crashed at a distance of 1 km from the shore" at around 10 a.m. while conducting an underwater excursion to explore the coral reef. The consulate added that most passengers were rescued and taken to nearby hotels and hospitals for further care. Hanafy stated that "investigations by the authorities are underway with the vessel’s crew to determine the cause of the incident," emphasizing that the submarine had a valid operating license and its crew leader possessed the necessary "scientific certificates." In a video shared alongside the statement, Hanafy was seen visiting survivors in hospitals, where some were wrapped in emergency blankets while others remained in their hospital beds. Hurghada, located approximately 480 kilometers (300 miles) southeast of Cairo, is a popular tourist destination known for its Red Sea resorts and diving opportunities. Sindbad Submarines, the operator of the ill-fated vessel, describes itself as an experienced company specializing in underwater excursions. The company’s website states that its submarines are "engineered in Finland to sustain underwater pressure up to 75m, ensuring safety and reliability." It also claims that "oxygen masks are located overhead and life vests under the seats" to ensure passenger safety in emergencies. Sindbad Submarines operates two recreational submarines, each with the capacity to carry 44 passengers and two pilots. The vessels are designed with "sizable round viewing windows" for each passenger, allowing them to observe marine life at depths of up to 25 meters (82 feet) for approximately 40 minutes. The company promotes the experience as an opportunity to explore "500 meters of coral reef and its marine inhabitants" from a "spacious air-conditioned cabin" with "comfortable seats and personal TV monitors." The weather conditions at the time of the accident were reported to be favorable, with clear skies, light winds, and temperatures around 30 degrees Celsius (86 degrees Fahrenheit). Wind speeds were recorded at under 10 kph, according to CNN meteorologists. Egypt’s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities has yet to comment on the incident. The country’s tourism industry is a vital sector of its economy, attracting millions of visitors annually. However, safety concerns have occasionally marred the industry’s reputation. In November, at least 16 people went missing after a tourist yacht sank in the Red Sea following warnings of rough seas. The exact cause of that incident remains unknown. As investigations continue into the submarine tragedy, questions remain about the circumstances that led to the vessel's sinking despite its reported safety measures. Based on a report by CNN 2025-03-28 -
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Police Crack Down on 15 Chinese-Backed Firms Using Thai Nominees
Picture courtesy of CIB Authorities have launched a major operation against 15 businesses allegedly acting as front companies for Chinese investors, arresting 71 people in connection with the scheme. The crackdown, led by the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) and the Economic Crime Suppression Division (ECD), uncovered widespread illegal foreign business operations using Thai nominees. Police carried out raids at two locations: an accounting firm in Samut Prakan province and a luxury housing estate near Suvarnabhumi Airport. The investigation resulted in legal action against: • 15 corporate entities • 21 Chinese nationals • 51 Thai nationals All face charges under the Foreign Business Act B.E. 2542 (1999) for facilitating foreign control of businesses reserved for Thai citizens. The operation, codenamed “CIB Game On”, was initially launched to dismantle Chinese criminal networks in Thailand. It followed the arrest of a Chinese national, Mr. Li, who was wanted under a Red Notice for embezzling approximately 14 billion baht from Chinese victims. Mr. Li had fled to Thailand and set up Anjia International Co., Ltd., a fraudulent firm that lured Chinese clients by falsely promising Thai visas and national ID cards. Further investigations revealed that Mr. Li’s company used Thai nominees to register businesses on behalf of Chinese nationals. The firm had no real operational premises and was part of a broader scheme involving an accounting company in Samut Prakan, which handled financial reports and corporate registrations. The mastermind behind the accounting firm was identified as Ms. Yan Zhao (also known as Venus), a Chinese national, who managed the business remotely from China. She reportedly helped Chinese clients establish companies in Thailand by using Thai employees and close associates as nominee shareholders, thus bypassing Thai foreign business laws. Armed with search warrants, police raided both locations, gathering evidence of illegal business practices, property ownership violations, and nominee arrangements. Authorities are now preparing legal action against all involved parties, ensuring that the businesses and individuals will face prosecution. The operation was directed by Pol. Lt. Gen. Jiraphop Phuridech, Commissioner of the CIB, alongside Pol. Maj. Gen. Thasnapoom Charupraph, Head of the ECD, and Pol. Col. Krit Woratat, Superintendent of the ECD’s 4th Division. The arrests were carried out by a police team led by Pol. Lt. Col. Satit Hawongchai, Pol. Lt. Col. Worawut Khongraksa, Pol. Lt. Col. Nattadon Bamrungsin, and Pol. Lt. Col. Chanakan Nirum. Authorities continue to investigate further financial irregularities and potential links to organised crime. -- 2025-03-28
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