On 15 September 2026, Ms. Thanawan Chaemsuwan, Expert in Atomic Energy Management System Development, Acting Director of the Office of Atoms for Peace Eastern Region (OAP Eastern Region), together with Mr. Narupon Pensiri, Senior Professional Level Radiation Physicist from the Nuclear and Radiation Inspection Division, visited Thailand’s eastern region to meet with local partner agencies. The discussions focused on strengthening coordination and preparedness for nuclear and radiation emergency monitoring and response, as well as establishing collaborative action plans for Fiscal Year 2027. The initiative aims to ensure that local agencies clearly understand their roles and responsibilities and can coordinate and respond effectively to emergency situations.
During the visit, OAP met with Mr. Decha Rueang-on, Head of the Chonburi Provincial Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Office, to discuss interagency coordination and joint disaster emergency response exercises for Fiscal Year 2027. The discussions aimed to review the roles of relevant agencies and strengthen operational readiness. OAP also met with Mr. Piya Pitutecha, President of the Rayong Provincial Administrative Organization, and Mr. Surin Saengthong, Chief Administrator of the Rayong Provincial Administrative Organization, to review the results of emergency response exercises conducted in Fiscal Year 2026 and establish approaches to make the 2027 exercises more comprehensive and effective. The discussions also emphasized promoting nuclear and radiation safety awareness among local residents, communities, and educational institutions within the areas of responsibility.
This field visit demonstrates OAP’s proactive approach to interagency cooperation and integrated emergency preparedness at the local level. The initiative aims to strengthen Thailand’s capacity to prevent and respond to nuclear and radiation emergencies, with public safety and confidence as key priorities, while supporting the safe and sustainable application of nuclear and radiation technologies for the benefit of the country.
