Accra:Government House The Prime Minister has launched an operation targeting illegal land ownership by nominees, focusing on high-risk groups. This initiative aims to force the sale of illegally acquired land, investigate land holdings, and close loopholes that allow such practices. The Prime Minister has emphasized a serious approach towards offenders and fairness towards those who comply with the law.
According to Thai News Agency, the Department of Land, in collaboration with various agencies, has identified 1,397 cases where land is owned by nominees or held for foreigners, involving 2,360 plots totaling 5,467 rai, valued at approximately 14,010 million baht. The department plans to expedite the forced sale of land in illegal cases and pursue both civil and criminal legal actions.
During a press conference, the Prime Minister reiterated the government's commitment to curbing illegal land ownership by foreigners circumventing Thai law. The operation, organized by the Department of Land and the Ministry of Interior, involves Deputy Minister Polpeerap Suwannachawi, provincial governors, and land officials, emphasizing the importance of legal, fair, and loophole-free land ownership.
The operation, known as "Cracking Down on Nominees," not only targets registered landowners and shareholders but also those with controlling power and true beneficiaries. The Prime Minister stressed the need for cooperation among various agencies to ensure effective law enforcement and resolution of illegal cases. The investigation aims to be completed by December 2026, with a focus on preventing nominee networks and promoting honest foreign investment in compliance with Thai law.
The Prime Minister has called for all agencies to integrate their efforts to achieve expedited investigations, enforce land sales, and close loopholes for new nominee arrangements. The government is committed to maintaining transparency, fairness, and adherence to the law to protect national interests and build trust among entrepreneurs and investors.