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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Friday 2 May 2025
Internal Security Command Uncovers Public Land Encroachment by State Officials Picture courtesy of Matichon. Thailand’s Internal Security Operations Command (ISOC) Region 4 has revealed findings from an ongoing investigation into complaints of abuse of power and public land encroachment involving state officials and private individuals in the border regions of Chumphon and Ranong provinces. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1359476-internal-security-command-uncovers-public-land-encroachment-by-state-officials/ -
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Crime Internal Security Command Uncovers Public Land Encroachment by State Officials
Picture courtesy of Matichon. Thailand’s Internal Security Operations Command (ISOC) Region 4 has revealed findings from an ongoing investigation into complaints of abuse of power and public land encroachment involving state officials and private individuals in the border regions of Chumphon and Ranong provinces. Speaking at a press briefing on Wednesday, Major General Thammanoon Maisonthi, ISOC spokesperson, confirmed the probe originated from complaints lodged in February this year regarding alleged misconduct in Tha Sae District, Chumphon Province. The matter was flagged to ISOC Region 4 by the Office of the Ombudsman’s Investigation Bureau 4. The allegations centre on influential groups in the area accused of misusing official authority, undermining public order, and posing a threat to national security. Following inquiries and witness testimony, investigators discovered that more than 10 individuals, including government officials, were involved in systematic wrongdoing. Among the alleged offences were illegal occupation of public land, unauthorised farming, unlawful import of agricultural products, and smuggling of Rohingya migrant workers. ISOC classified these activities as posing significant risks to both national security and economic stability. Evidence has been compiled and submitted to the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) and the Anti-Corruption Division (ACD) of the Royal Thai Police for further investigation and potential legal proceedings. Simultaneously, the Royal Thai Army’s Thepsatri Task Force has intensified law enforcement in the region. Measures include blocking high-risk transit routes at four key locations, sealing five natural border crossings, and deploying three additional patrol units. These actions have reportedly curbed illegal cross-border activity and reduced the influence of criminal groups operating in the area. ISOC affirmed its commitment to an integrated security strategy, combining surveillance, prevention, and proactive intervention. The agency also expressed gratitude to participating organisations and urged the public to report any suspected illegal activity to the authorities without delay. “National security is a shared responsibility,” Maj. Gen. Thammanoon stated. “Swift public cooperation is essential to stopping these violations and upholding the rule of law.” Adapted by Asean Now from Matichon 2025-05-02. -
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Report Foreign Man's Erratic Behaviour Sparks Concern in Jomtien
Personally I find the noggies and cloggies the worst -
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All the Good Mangoes Must Be in Macau?
I’ve been in Thailand longer than Susan’s been haunting AN as a budget-tier troll, but I swear the fruit just isn’t what it used to be. Half the time it tastes like it gave up on life before it even ripened. You either get a rock-hard guava that could break a window or a mango that’s already halfway to compost. Is it just me, or are they shipping all the good stuff overseas where they can charge triple and leave us here in the LOS with the rejects? -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Friday 2 May 2025
Chinese Nominee Network Busted in Rayong Over Project Worth 2 Billion Baht Picture courtesy of Khoasod. Authorities have dismantled a major Chinese nominee operation that illegally acquired land in Rayong province to construct a housing complex worth over 2 billion baht. The development, which reportedly used zero Thai investment, employedChinese nationals exclusively in both management and construction roles. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1359474-chinese-nominee-network-busted-in-rayong-over-project-worth-2-billion-baht/ -
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Crime Chinese Nominee Network Busted in Rayong Over Project Worth 2 Billion Baht
Pictures courtesy of Khoasod. Authorities have dismantled a major Chinese nominee operation that illegally acquired land in Rayong province to construct a housing complex worth over 2 billion baht. The development, which reportedly used zero Thai investment, employed Chinese nationals exclusively in both management and construction roles. Police from the Economic Crime Suppression Division (ECD) launched “CIB Nominee Sweep Episode 3” in coordination with the Department of Business Development, executing raids on three locations in Rayong and Chonburi. Investigators seized key documents, land title deeds, bank books, computers, mobile phones, and company seals. According to Police Major General Thassaphum Charuprat, Commander of the ECD, the investigation uncovered four companies believed to be controlled by Chinese nationals acting through Thai nominees. These companies had acquired 72 rai of land to build ten 8-storey buildings comprising 1,821 residential units. The entire project was allegedly operated under a “closed-loop” system. Chinese nationals were found to be in charge of all aspects, including engineering, design, plumbing, electrical systems, and labour. One of the companies even established its own concrete production unit solely to supply the construction site. Further financial investigation revealed that the companies had received substantial funding from Chinese investors based in Hong Kong. Over 500 million baht in suspicious financial transactions were traced back to these offshore entities, further indicating foreign control. Five company directors and shareholders, both Thai and Chinese, have been charged, alongside two architects, two construction supervisors, and four Chinese construction workers. A Hong Kong-registered company and three Thai-registered firms, Good View Co. Ltd. (HK), Terra Co. Ltd., Sky Co. Ltd., and Ocean Co. Ltd., are also under legal scrutiny. Police Colonel Wichak stated that the ownership structures were deliberately complex, with shell companies holding shares in one another to obscure real control. “This form of corporate layering makes investigations particularly challenging,” he noted. Some of the individuals arrested are; 1.) Mr. Li Fang, Chinese nationality (company director) 2.) Ms. Worati, Thai nationality (company director and shareholder) 3.) Mr. Prasit, Thai nationality (shareholder) 4.) Mr. Chaiyarit, Thai nationality (shareholder) 5.) Mr. Punnat, Thai nationality (shareholder) 6.) Mr. Tao, Chinese nationality (supervisor) 7.) Mr. Jiang, Chinese nationality (plumber) 8.) Mr. Xia, Chinese nationality (cement worker) 9.) Mr. Wang, Chinese nationality (supervisor) 10.) Mr. Hao, Chinese nationality (designer) 11.) Mr. Suang, Chinese nationality (designer) Authorities have invoked the Foreign Business Act of 1999 and the Alien Working Act of 2017. Charges include illegal business operations and unauthorised employment of foreign workers. Suspects have reportedly denied all allegations during initial questioning. Additionally, the Land Department has been notified. If the companies fail to restructure their shareholder compositions to comply with Thai ownership laws, authorities could move to seize and auction the land, returning ownership to eligible Thai nationals. The operation marks the third in a series of crackdowns on illegal nominee activities, following similar cases in Phuket and the Huai Khwang district of Bangkok. Adapted by Asean Now from Khaosod 2025-05-02.
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