Bangkok: The Prime Minister emphasized the need to move forward in making Thailand safe from scammers. He led a network of partners in signing an MOU, declaring the war on “techno-crime” a national agenda. The Prime Minister expressed confidence in the government, insisting that this matter cannot be resolved without collusion, and that he would only pursue the matter head-on.
According to Thai News Agency, Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, Anutin Charnvirakul, presided over the signing ceremony of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on cooperation in preventing and suppressing technology-related crimes at Santi Maitri Building, Government House, Bangkok. The event was attended by Deputy Prime Ministers, Cabinet members, government and private sector executives, and members of the media. Key figures such as Mr. Arsit Sampantharat, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, and Mr. Narucha Khosasivilai, Chief Inspector-General of the Ministry of Interior, were present, with Mr. Nirat Phongsitthaworn, Director-General of the Department of Provincial Administration, acting as a witness.
Mr. Anutin stated that the signing of the memorandum marks an important step for Thailand as the nation joins forces to combat online crime. He emphasized that the damage caused by cybercrime poses a significant threat to national security and the economy, impacting trade, investment, and tourism.
The Prime Minister outlined five key areas of focus in the MOU: deterministic law enforcement, establishing an integrated coordination system, immediate seizure of related assets, using advanced technology and AI to detect financial trails, and building public resilience. He assured that this MOU is not just a document but a strategic weapon in the fight against crime.
Mr. Anutin also highlighted the importance of cooperation across various government agencies, emphasizing that the mission is a shared national responsibility. He expressed the government’s readiness to provide support in all areas, including budget, technology, policy, and resources, to ensure tangible results in the suppression of technology crime.
Mr. Arsit stated that the government, led by Mr. Anutin, has declared war on cybercrime, making it a national agenda that requires serious and integrated cooperation from all sectors. The Ministry of Interior is committed to implementing measures to enhance the prevention and suppression of technology-related crimes.
The Ministry has established key guidelines for provincial and district authorities, including the development of problem-based study plans and action plans, forming task forces, and integrating police, military, and administrative officials to enhance intelligence and investigation capabilities. Orders have been issued for administrative special operations teams to intensify their efforts in inspections and law enforcement.
Furthermore, the role of local leaders and organizations is emphasized in monitoring and preventing residents from becoming victims. The Ministry is ready to revoke citizenship for naturalized individuals found violating regulations and encourages citizens to report incidents to local authorities. These efforts aim to drive comprehensive technological crime prevention and suppression, build public confidence, and enhance the nation’s security image.