BANGKOK, Thailand – Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul delivered a national address on Thrusday morning (Nov 27) to honor doctors and medical personnel on Thai Doctors’ Day 2025. Speaking in his roles as Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, he stressed the vital contributions of medical professionals who sustain the country’s public health system during emergencies and in everyday care.
Anutin acknowledged their service through epidemics, natural disasters, and other health crises, noting their technical skill, endurance, and readiness to assist communities nationwide. He also pointed to the role of medical teams in areas experiencing heightened border tensions, where their work supports both residents and national readiness.
The prime minister outlined the broad responsibilities of medical personnel, including treating the sick and injured, managing emergency referral systems, and providing psychological support to military personnel and civilians. These efforts help maintain the preparedness of frontline units while ensuring that people in affected areas continue to receive essential care and health guidance.
The premier made clear that the government views public health as a core element of national security, in both stable and challenging times, and expressed deep appreciation for doctors’ and medical teams’ integrity and ethics. He added that their work strengthens the country’s health security and supports long-term social and economic stability.
Anutin concluded by urging the public to acknowledge and support medical workers nationwide, offering his well-wishes for their continued resilience and progress in advancing medicine and public health in Thailand. (NNT)
