Bangkok: The Prime Minister emphasized the cooperation between Thai police and the FBI, joining forces to combat transnational crime and cybercrime, and continuing to build a security network to counter modern threats.
According to Thai News Agency, the Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul welcomed the organizing committee of the 26th FBI National Academy Associates Asia Pacific Chapter Retraining Conference during their courtesy visit at Government House. Ms. Ratchada Thanadirek, Spokesperson for the Prime Minister, revealed the meeting's key points, highlighting the efforts to strengthen international law enforcement cooperation.
The Prime Minister expressed gratitude to the FBI-NAAT Alumni Association of Thailand for hosting the meeting, marking the association's 40th anniversary. This event underscores international confidence in Thailand's role within the global law enforcement network and its ongoing relationship with the FBI National Academy.
The Prime Minister addressed the increasing sophistication of threats, particularly cybercrime and transnational crime. He emphasized that these challenges cannot be tackled by any single country and require global cooperation. Hence, the Thai government prioritizes collaboration with the FBI and its partners, enhancing technology, personnel, and information exchange to combat crime effectively.
Thailand is committed to continuing its close cooperation with the FBI National Academy Associates and its global network. This partnership focuses on developing personnel capabilities, exchanging knowledge and technology, and building a strong network to counter emerging threats, aiming to improve safety and security for citizens worldwide.
The organizing committee lauded Thailand's pivotal role as a regional law enforcement partner. They acknowledged Thailand's contributions in intelligence sharing and combating transnational organized crime, including call center scams, human trafficking, and cybercrime. These efforts have led to more effective prosecution, asset recovery, and victim assistance.
The 26th FBI National Academy Associates Asia Pacific Chapter Retraining Conference provided a platform for knowledge exchange among international law enforcement agencies. With over 150 representatives from 26 countries, the conference focused on enhancing personnel capabilities, strengthening cooperation, and building a robust international law enforcement network.