At the invitation of H.E. Police Colonel Tawee Sodsong, Minister of Justice of the Kingdom of Thailand, Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, will lead the ASEAN Secretariat delegation for a Working Visit to Thailand, on 5-6 November 2024. During the working visit, Dr. Kao is planned to meet with high-ranking officials from the Royal Thai Government to discuss, among others, Thailand’s role in strengthening ASEAN’s collective law enforcement efforts against transnational crime and illicit drugs.
As part of the visit, Dr. Kao will also engage with youth in local communities, including sentenced persons, with the aim of supporting them with their future growth and reintegration into society, where Dr. Kao will deliver a special lecture on “Educating for a Better Life: Fostering Quality Citizens” to inspire youth at the Central Juvenile Correctional Institution. Additionally, Dr. Kao will visit the Central Women Correctional Institution to observe Thailand’s rehabilitative and corrective efforts in fostering a safer and more inclusive society. This working visit will reinforce ASEAN’s cooperation in law enforcement, justice, and security, while underscoring the shared commitment to youth empowerment and supporting rehabilitation efforts within ASEAN communities.