Report France Backs Thailand's Fight Against Call Centre Gangs

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French President Emmanuel Macron extended his support to Thailand's battle against call centre gangs. During a phone conversation with Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, Macron emphasised France’s willingness to collaborate, particularly in curbing transnational crime.

 

The leaders also discussed tensions along the Thai-Cambodian border, agreeing on potential cooperation with Cambodia.

 

Prime Minister Shinawatra expressed her eagerness to elevate the Thai-French relationship to a strategic level.

 

She invited President Macron to visit Thailand next year during his scheduled attendance at the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie summit in Cambodia. In return, Macron extended an invitation for Shinawatra to the Paris Peace Forum.

 

Amidst global uncertainties, France aims to expand its cooperation with Thailand, focusing on security and space technology.

 

Macron assured support for Thailand’s measures against cybercrime and transnational offences, with an emphasis on the critical role of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in these efforts.

 

On the Thai-Cambodian border issue, Shinawatra reiterated Thailand’s commitment to peaceful resolutions based on friendship and international law.

 

She highlighted the importance of bilateral negotiations through the Joint Boundary Committee as the key to finding constructive solutions. Macron expressed willingness to consider coordination with Cambodia to support these dialogues.

 

This dialogue marks a step forward in strengthening ties and addressing mutual concerns, focusing on security and diplomatic cooperation.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from Thai Newsroom 2025-06-28

 

 

[smedly]

What ?

[Jim Blue]

This is code for " someone will be seen  handbag shopping in Paris ' soon .

[baansgr]

Good that the French will stand in line to help, you can always rely on the French..Vive le France