PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya City is expanding its campaign to educate students about the dangers of e-cigarettes while strengthening community-led efforts to prevent drug use. Deputy Mayor Wuthisak Rermkijakarn chaired the fourth meeting of Pattaya’s Drug Prevention and Suppression Operations Centre for the 2026 fiscal year at Pattaya City Hall on November 2. Representatives from government agencies, police, public health authorities, Pattaya Bhattamakun Hospital and Pattaya-affiliated schools attended.
The meeting reviewed drug-related arrests and developments during October, including reports from residents about areas of concern, the assessment of drug-related risks and the referral of drug users and patients for treatment. Officials also reviewed progress under the Mae Khong Phaendin Fund and preparations for its annual celebration of royal seed money.
Wuthisak expressed concern about the spread of e-cigarettes among children and young people. He instructed the relevant treatment and rehabilitation team to intensify educational visits to schools throughout Pattaya, explaining the health risks and dangers associated with vaping. The committee was also asked to prepare a schedule of school visits in advance so that educational activities can be arranged without disrupting lessons.
The deputy mayor also congratulated Wat Chai Mongkhon Community for its successful work under the Mae Khong Phaendin Fund, which has brought recognition to Pattaya. He described the fund as an important community mechanism for building resilience against drug problems and encouraging residents to take part in prevention efforts. Pattaya City will continue supporting the program and encouraging communities across the city to participate, with the aim of protecting residents, improving quality of life and building safer neighborhoods.
