The Minister of Justice launched the "Public Network for Anti-Money Laundering Prevention and Suppression" project, involving all sectors in vigilant oversight.
On 26 June 2026, Police Lieutenant General Rutthaphon Naowarat, Minister of Justice, presided over the official kick-off ceremony for the "Public Network for Anti-Money Laundering Prevention and Suppression" project, organized by the Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO). He stated that currently, Thailand and the global community face threats from complex transnational crimes, which are fueled by funds and assets derived from illegal activities, severely impacting national security and public safety.
The Minister of Justice noted that the international community places great importance on combating money laundering, with special task forces evaluating each country's performance. Thailand has undergone three assessments and is preparing for the next one in 2028. AMLO began preparations for this evaluation with a kick-off event on 29 May.
The current government has a clear policy to ensure public safety from all forms of crime. However, relying solely on government officials cannot solve the problem most effectively. Therefore, AMLO introduced a new approach by involving the public sector, appointing 160 representatives—20 from central areas and 140 from regional areas—to act as eyes and ears, establishing surveillance mechanisms, reporting leads, and spreading knowledge to prevent community members from falling victim to financial threats.
Police Lieutenant General Rutthaphon expressed concern to key local agencies to ensure the project’s practical implementation. He emphasized that the "provincial governors" are the crucial link in translating policies to communities. He urged the Ministry of Interior to include anti-money laundering as a regular agenda in provincial and district meetings. Furthermore, he directed Provincial Police Commanders, as law enforcement authorities, to use tips from the public network to investigate, expand operations, apprehend offenders and money laundering groups thoroughly, thereby building trust and protecting citizens' assets in line with the project's objectives.