Police are beefing up measures to tackle drug problems in Thailand.

Acting national police chief Pol General Priewpan Damapong said yesterday he would target stopping smuggling via the country’s borders within three to four months.

Metropolitan Police Commissioner Pol Lt-General Jakthip Chaijinda said he had also instructed 1,500 officers to inspect 59 places, including night entertainment venues, in a bid to solve drug problems.

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