Thailand and Myanmar Security Officials Hold Drug Talks
Thai and Myanmar security officials met in Naypyidaw on July 25 to coordinate crackdowns on drug trafficking and precursor chemical smuggling along their shared border. Both countries agreed to establish liaison officers and share intellige
Thai security agencies held discussions with Myanmar authorities on July 25, 2026, to accelerate efforts against regional drug trafficking and intensify crackdowns on production sources. The Thai delegation, led by General Phibul Khumchaya, Justice Minister Rutthapol Naovratan, Deputy Police Chief Samran Nualma as director of the narcotics suppression center, Police Commander for Drug Suppression Achiyan Kraitong, and other senior officials, flew to Naypyidaw for talks at Myanmar's Interior Ministry.
During morning and afternoon meetings, the delegation met with Myanmar's Interior Minister General Soe Win, Deputy Interior Minister Brigadier Min Tun, and senior military council officials including Chairman General So Win and Secretary General Moe Moe. Thailand's key agenda items included seeking Myanmar's cooperation to track and apprehend drug trafficking suspects hiding in Myanmar, verifying that chemical precursors imported from Thailand are used legitimately, and stopping illicit chemical shipments destined for drug production along the Thai-Myanmar border.
Myanmar officials agreed to cooperate with Thailand's proposals and requested training support and advanced drug detection equipment meeting international standards. Both countries will establish liaison officers for ongoing coordination and intelligence sharing. Deputy Police Chief Samran stated that the talks represent a significant step for regional drug enforcement cooperation and expressed confidence that future measures will prevent precursor chemical diversion and enable Thailand to apprehend major suspects more effectively.
