Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin revealed a strategic initiative to repurpose military facilities as sanctuaries for treating and stabilising drug addicts.
The visionary plan, aimed at curbing the societal fallout from illicit drugs, comes after discussions with Defence Minister Sutin Klungsang and army chief General Charoenchai Hinthao.
The Thai PM made an announcement on social media.
“Drug problems have negative impacts on society, and MPs have relayed concerns from their communities. Military authorities have agreed to allow the use of their premises to provide treatment for drug addicts. They are expected to give details in two weeks.”
The Defence Ministry, in collaboration with the Public Health Ministry, the Office of Narcotics Control Board (ONCB), and local administrative organisations, attended a workshop focusing on alleviating the…
