Thai Authorities Arrest 20 Israelis in Major Koh Samui Business Crackdown
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · 15 hours ago
What happened
Thai police arrested 20 Israelis, including real estate entrepreneur Gal Bieber, in a major crackdown on illegal foreign business operations in Koh Samui. Authorities suspect the use of Thai citizens as fronts to conceal foreign ownership of companies and land. The investigation is part of a broader campaign against disguised foreign control in tourist areas, with embassy coordination ongoing.
- 01Thai police arrested 20 Israelis in Koh Samui for suspected illegal business operations using Thai fronts.
- 02Real estate entrepreneur Gal Bieber was detained on charges of false information and unlawful business management.
- 03Authorities investigated over 12,900 companies, focusing on 61 controlling land and properties worth about 140 million shekels.
- 04The operation included 60 cases against 88 suspects, with arrests of 27 individuals including two Israelis.
- 05Israeli Ambassador met Thai police to discuss rising Israeli presence and ensure tourist safety.
- 06Roni Bieber denied allegations, stating full legal compliance and cooperation with authorities.
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