BANGKOK, Thailand – The World Bank Group (WBG) delegation, led by Christopher Stephens, Senior Vice President and General Counsel of the WBG, paid a courtesy call on Thailand’s Attorney-General Govit Sripirojana to discuss legal cooperation and exchange views on the role of the rule of law and good governance in sustainable development.
Stephens said the WBG was keen to discuss legal frameworks and regulatory approaches to artificial intelligence (AI) with Thailand and other member countries in response to emerging legal challenges and technology-related risks. He noted Thailand’s experience in tackling cyber threats and scam operations, which could serve as a model for other countries and create opportunities for Thailand to become a hub for international cooperation in this area.
Following the meeting, Attorney-General Govit Sripirojana affirmed Thailand’s readiness to cooperate with the WBG, highlighting the country’s stability and security, as well as its commitment to universal principles of justice and the rule of law, while respecting national traditions and culture.
He said combating online crime and scam operations remained a key government priority, adding that effective investigations had enabled authorities to take action against major masterminds behind such operations. The Office of the Attorney General is also establishing an AI Center, expected to be completed by the end of this year, to support the safe and effective use of technology and data management. Thailand is ready to work with the WBG to develop legal frameworks and approaches to emerging challenges in line with the rule of law and international standards.
Attorney-General Govit Sripirojana also emphasized that economic conditions and people’s well-being are important to the justice system, as financial hardship may contribute to crime. He expressed confidence that Thailand’s hosting of the 2026 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the WBG presents an important opportunity to advance economic development and improve people’s quality of life, thereby helping the justice system operate more effectively. (PRD)
