Police Lead International Mission to Tackle Call‑Centre Gangs

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Pol Gen Thatchai Pitanilabutr, National Police Chief, on 25 September, led an international delegation to Chanthaburi’s border area to discuss cross‑border call‑centre crime suppression. The mission included site visits to assess the situation and strengthen cooperation with neighbouring countries.

Pol Gen Thatchai, in his role as head of the International Anti‑Scam and Human Trafficking Syndicate Command Center (Warroom IAC), met with operational officers from foreign law enforcement and representatives of international agencies. The meeting at Ban Phak Kad Permanent Border Checkpoint in Khlong Yai district included Chanthaburi Governor Montisit Paisanthanawat and senior police commanders. The purpose was to review current strategies against call‑centre gangs operating in the province.

Following the meeting, the delegation visited a natural border crossing near Phailin, Cambodia, to inspect anti‑smuggling measures and gather reports on locations used by call‑centre syndicates. Officials noted high‑rise buildings and secured compounds on the Cambodian side rented by foreigners, believed to be linked to criminal activities. Thai authorities have intensified measures under the “Bridge‑Busting” policy to cut utilities aiding illicit operations across the border.

Pol Gen Thatchai said attempts to illegally cross the border in Chanthaburi are rising. Thailand has increased surveillance and shared intelligence on suspected gang locations with Cambodian authorities. He confirmed Cambodia will present an Action Plan later this month during the next Thai–Cambodian joint meeting.

He emphasised that Warroom IAC is a multi‑agency and international cooperation platform for exchanging intelligence on technology‑related crime and human trafficking linked to call centres. “Thailand, as a coordination hub, will continue building a strong, rapid, and efficient information network to eradicate call‑centre syndicates,” he said.

The initiative will focus on reinforcing cross‑border cooperation, implementing the Cambodian Action Plan and expanding joint operations to dismantle call‑centre networks. The effort reflects Thailand’s commitment to addressing transnational organised crime through strategic partnerships.

Key Takeaways

• Police led an international meeting and site visit to combat cross‑border call‑centre gangs.

• Measures include cutting utilities and sharing intelligence with Cambodia.

• Cambodia will present a joint Action Plan at the next Thai–Cambodian meeting.

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  Adapted by Asean Now from Matichon 2025-09-26