‘Anutin’ Leads Press Conference on Drug Suppression 89,000 Cases Solved , Over 330 Million Methamphetamine Pills Seized, Assets Worth 3.3 Billion Baht Confiscated; Emphasizes Complete Eradication of Drug Trafficking.

Today (Jan 19) at 2:00 PM. At the headquarters of the Narcotics Suppression Police Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul presided over a press conference on the Royal Thai Police’s drug suppression operations. Also present were Pol. Lt. Gen. Ruddhaphol Naowarat, Minister of Justice, and Pol. Gen. Kittiratt Phanphet, Commissioner General of the Royal Thai Police. Mr. Arsit Sampanrat , Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior , Mr. Sirisuk Yuenhan, Deputy Secretary-General of the Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB), Pol. Gen. Samran Nuanma, Deputy Commissioner-General of the Royal Thai Police , Pol. Lt. Gen. Somprasong Yenthuam, Assistant Commissioner-General of the Royal Thai Police , Pol. Lt. Gen. Achayon Kraithong, Commander of the Narcotics Suppression Police , Pol. Lt. Gen. Rungroj Thakoolpunyasiri , Commander of the Border Patrol Police , Pol. Maj. Gen. Sophon Sarapat, Deputy Commander of the Central Investigation Bureau , representatives from the Internal Security Operations Command (ISOC) and other commanders jointly issued a statement to reaffirm the government's commitment to decisively defeating drug trafficking between December 2025 and January 2026.

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Police General Kittirat Phanphet, the Commissioner General of the Royal Thai Police, stated that he commends and encourages all police officers for their dedication and commitment in continuously intercepting and suppressing narcotics. He emphasized that this operation is a result of the integrated efforts between the Thai police, international drug enforcement agencies, and related organizations to eradicate the drug menace at its roots, thereby sustainably protecting Thai society from the dangers of drugs. This reflects the government's genuine commitment under the leadership of Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, who prioritizes a systematic and sustainable approach to addressing the drug problem. Police General Samran Nualma, Deputy Commissioner General and Director of the Narcotics Suppression Center, has spearheaded proactive measures across all dimensions, including investigation, raids, searches, and expanding investigations to arrest drug trafficking networks both domestically and internationally, while seizing related assets to dismantle the financial structure of these criminal organizations.

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul stated that, following the previous press conference, he would like to inform the public that the Royal Thai Police has been diligently and continuously pursuing and suppressing major drug trafficking networks, resulting in tangible achievements once again. Between October 1, 2025, and January 18, 2026, authorities apprehended 89,076 drug networks, arrested 88,421 suspects, and seized a massive amount of narcotics, including over 330 million methamphetamine pills, 1,100 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine, 1,960 kilograms of ketamine, 269 kilograms of heroin, and 207,924 ecstasy pills.

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Mr. Anutin stated that assets belonging to drug trafficking networks, valued at over 3,396 million baht, have also been seized for investigation. This operation clearly demonstrates the commitment, dedication, and integrated efforts of the Royal Thai Police and all collaborating agencies in the fight against drug producers and traffickers, without discrimination, in accordance with government policy. He affirmed the government's full support for all law enforcement operations, both in terms of policy and other aspects. "The strength and resources, including the protection, safeguarding, and care of officers who perform their duties with integrity and fairness, are all crucial.

Mr. Anutin further stated that while there are many ways to adapt illegal methods, the capabilities of those committing these offenses do not exceed the efficiency and potential of the authorities. Cooperation from all units, including the military, the Ministry of Justice, and the Ministry of Interior, has been integrated with the Royal Thai Police, resulting in fully coordinated operations. Recently, the 2026 fiscal year budget, from the central budget's emergency reserve fund, totaling 846 million baht, was approved for the Royal Thai Police to purchase three mobile vehicle inspection units equipped with transmissive and reflective X-ray systems to enhance operational efficiency.

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“I would like to thank and commend all officers who have performed their duties with sacrifice, patience, dedication, and without regard for fatigue or danger. I reaffirm that the government will fully support the mission of all law enforcement officers in suppressing drug trafficking and all forms of illegal activity,” Mr. Anutin said.

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