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Police Enhance Drug Prevention Training for Youth
Thai police have concluded a specialized D.A.R.E. training program aimed at equipping officers to educate students on drug resistance.
On August 28, 2026, Matichon Online reported that Police Major General Teeradej Thammasutee presided over the closing ceremony of the D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) instructor training course held at the Palazzo Hotel. This initiative focuses on preparing police officers to serve as educators within schools, aiming to build a foundation of drug prevention among the youth.
For residents and long-term visitors, this program highlights the ongoing efforts by Thai law enforcement to address drug-related issues through community-based education rather than solely through enforcement. By targeting the 'source'—the youth population—the police aim to create long-term social immunity against narcotics.
While the training of these instructors is a confirmed step in the national strategy, the specific timeline for when these newly trained officers will begin their classroom rotations remains to be confirmed. Furthermore, the program's long-term impact on local drug statistics is a metric that will likely be evaluated by authorities in the coming years. This development underscores the proactive approach currently being taken by the Royal Thai Police to integrate community outreach into their broader public safety mandate.