08/09/2026
TIMEC Welcomes UNODC Delegation Ahead of the 18th Maritime Law Enforcement Dialogue
8 September 2026 (09.30 am)
Sub-Division 3, Marine Police Division (MPD), Royal Thai Police, in cooperation with the 110–180 ft. Patrol Vessel Group, Marine Police Division, welcomed a study visit delegation from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC).
The delegation, led by Dr. Asyura Salleh, Associate Programme Officer, Global Maritime Crime Programme (GMCP), UNODC, visited the Khongkha Arak Training Centre, Sub-Division 3, MPD, as well as the 110–180 ft. Patrol Vessel Group to support preparations for the 18th Maritime Law Enforcement Dialogue (MLED 18) Regional Plenary, which will be held in Bangkok, Thailand.
The MPD welcoming delegation comprised:
Pol. Col. Prakan Chakchumpoo, Superintendent of Sub-Division 3, MPD
Pol. Lt. Col. Yothin Sihatip, Deputy Superintendent of Sub-Division 3, MPD
Pol. Lt. Col. Saroj Lertprasert, Marine Engineer (Level 3), 110–180 ft. Patrol Vessel Group, MPD
Pol. Lt. Col. Khajorn Somroop, Inspector of Sub-Division 3, MPD
Pol. Capt. Siravit Ngamthitimawong, Deputy Inspector of Sub-Division 3, MPD
Acting Pol. Lt. Nuntawat Phimchareon, Deputy Inspector of Sub-Division 3, MPD
The Global Maritime Crime Programme (GMCP), UNODC, is organizing the 18th Maritime Law Enforcement Dialogue (MLED 18) Regional Plenary in Bangkok, Thailand. The meeting and associated training activities aim to strengthen regional cooperation through practical dialogue, hands-on exercises, and the exchange of professional knowledge and expertise.
The upcoming dialogue will contribute to developing a shared understanding of operational practices, enhancing inter-agency communication, and promoting cooperation in addressing maritime crime and strengthening maritime security across the region. MLED 18 will also mark the first time that the Regional Plenary is hosted in Thailand.
The Marine Police Division is honoured to have been invited by UNODC to serve as a co-host for the event. In preparation, UNODC conducted a preliminary site visit to MPD facilities that will be used for the tabletop and practical scenario-based training exercises. The visit included an inspection of the facilities and patrol vessels to be used during the exercises, as well as discussions with MPD personnel on the training scenarios and logistical and operational support arrangements.
The Marine Police Division remains committed to strengthening regional and international cooperation, enhancing maritime law enforcement capabilities, and contributing to a safer and more secure maritime environment across the region.ตำรวจสอบสวนกลางUNODC - United Nations Office on Drugs and Crimeกองบังคับการตำรวจน้ำ