Picture courtesy: Daily News

 

As part of an aggressive new directive, Thai immigration authorities are gearing up for a major crime suppression effort during the upcoming New Year festivities.

 

Responding to a government policy aimed at ensuring safety and boosting tourism, police are coordinating nationwide operations to maintain order as the country prepares to welcome an expected influx of up to 120,000 visitors daily.

 

In a recent meeting at Suvarnabhumi Airport, Police Major General Phanumet Boonyarak, acting chief of the Immigration Bureau, emphasised the urgency of bolstering security measures at airports across Thailand.

 

The initiative aligns with Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra's call for immediate action on tourism, which includes a visa-free policy for 93 countries and territories that has significantly increased international arrivals.

 

Since the start of 2023, over 28 million foreign visitors have entered Thailand, with Chinese, Indian, South Korean, Russian, and Japanese nationals topping the list.

Given the soaring numbers expected during the holiday period, additional immigration officers and advanced biometric systems are being deployed to ensure swift processing and prevent delays.

 

In tandem with facilitating travel, authorities are set to intensify a crackdown on illegal activities among foreign nationals, targeting those who breach Thailand's immigration and labour laws.

 

Ongoing operations will engage in rigorous checks from December 11 to 17, aiming to dismantle any groups involved in unlawful gatherings or disruptive behaviour.

 

Recent efforts have already borne fruit with the arrest of a Myanmar national in Samut Sakhon, caught with unlicensed firearms. Officials issued a stern warning to foreigners involved in illegal activities, stressing zero tolerance and the potential for serious repercussions.

 

With streamlined procedures and enhanced workforce readiness, the Thai Immigration Bureau is committed to delivering a safe and welcoming environment for all travellers, ensuring a smooth experience while upholding international standards, reported Daily News.

 

-- 2024-12-10

 

 

 

3 hours ago, webfact said:

streamlined procedures

Yes, that's RTP stands for. Thank you

It's true!  I heard that they are going to add more than 10 policemen nationwide, perhaps even 12 of them, to reduce road fatalities. After all, it's a very serious matter.

Note to self:  Don't commit any crimes during New Year, the rest of the should be ok though!

Thai Police to Crackdown on Crime During New Year Festivities........

 

A good start would be if all the RTP stayed at home and didn't extort money from the bar owners.

Police cracking down on crime? What will they come up with next?

14 hours ago, Callmeishmael said:

Note to self:  Don't commit any crimes during New Year, the rest of the should be ok though!

So the bad boys & girls take a 3/4-day holiday, and come back for the remaining 361/2 FRESH AND REARING TO GO 

"Thai Police to Crack Down on Crime During New Year Festivities"

So what do they do for the rest of the year?

What's different about the time of year?

 

Over 250,000 active police members in Thailand. 

Surely they should be doing this every day?

Why have they photoshopped trousers onto the policewomen's legs? Are we going all islamic now?

Vet them as they come in rather put the onus on foreigners in general? We’re not all here to cause trouble, you know. 

Police or immigration police doesn't make since !

20 hours ago, webfact said:

As part of an aggressive new directive, Thai immigration authorities are gearing up for a major crime suppression effort during the upcoming New Year festivities

Why not 365 like most other forces?

Wow! Those officials in the photo seem to eat a lot. 

54 minutes ago, AhFarangJa said:

Why have they photoshopped trousers onto the policewomen's legs? Are we going all islamic now?

well spotted, strange, maybe filling a required quota of women in the photo?

So it's just a crackdown on foreigners?  No mention of Thais during the holiday period.

16 hours ago, Callmeishmael said:

Note to self:  Don't commit any crimes during New Year, the rest of the should be ok though!

they don't  realise how stupid that headline is - comical

The other 360 days following would be a better time for some crime

3 hours ago, bradiston said:

Police cracking down on crime? What will they come up with next?

Could be collecting tea money for no helmet 

Festive season means spending more money which requires making more money which necessitates a scheme to make such money which means going out there to solicitate money from those who have some money and are unfamiliar with laws and don’t want to ruin their holiday so agree to pay cash to make it go away. 

1 hour ago, twizzian said:

The other 360 days following would be a better time for some crime

 

Foreigners are the problem, Thai's are little angels who follow all laws and rules, which is why they don't patrol the streets outside of the walking streets. It's called a 3rd World cesspool, where laws/rules/regulations are on the books, but none enforced.

4 minutes ago, lordgrinz said:

 

Foreigners are the problem, Thai's are little angels who follow all laws and rules, which is why they don't patrol the streets outside of the walking streets. It's called a 3rd World cesspool, where laws/rules/regulations are on the books, but none enforced.

or Thais are too poor to extort money from, but foreigners do have the money, and know the RTP reputation, and are the biggest Thai mafia.

On 12/10/2024 at 9:27 AM, webfact said:

Ongoing operations will engage in rigorous checks from December 11 to 17

 

Always good to give the criminals a schedule in advance 👍

Looks more like the bunch been going out eating and drinking Hong Tong than fighting any type of crime.😂

5 minutes ago, thailand49 said:

Looks more like the bunch been going out eating and drinking Hong Tong than fighting any type of crime.😂

 

They don't look like they have left their air-conditioned cubicles for 20 years, other than to gorge themselves at the food vendors blocking traffic outside their office, now they are the saviors of Thailand?......LOL

Isn't that their job EVERY DAY???

7 hours ago, kiwikeith said:

Could be collecting tea money for no helmet 

The article is about Thai Immigration Police. Not allowed to interfere with Thai Traffic Police responsibilities.

On 12/10/2024 at 2:27 AM, webfact said:

As part of an aggressive new directive, Thai immigration authorities are gearing up for a major crime suppression effort during the upcoming New Year festivities.

This must be why you never see them after 5pm for the rest of the year - tired out after having to actually do some work over the holidays.

On 12/10/2024 at 9:20 PM, bradiston said:

Police cracking down on crime? What will they come up with next?

A crack down on crack downs...

They look in an awful hurry.

Are they off to the pie shop.

for some much needed lunch.