The FBI just hosted our first-ever Scam Center Summit in Thailand, bringing together representatives from nearly 20 countries and hundreds of law enforcement officials to strengthen the global fight against transnational scam networks.
This continues the most aggressive campaign in Bureau history to dismantle criminal organizations targeting Americans.
In just 16 months, FBI-led OPERATION BLACKOUT has delivered:
• $15.2 BILLION seized
• Hundreds of criminals arrested
• Dozens of scam centers dismantled
• Multiple human trafficking compounds eliminated
Major operations include:
Operation Zephyr Exodus — The takedown of the Prince Group in Cambodia, resulting in the seizure of a record 127,000 Bitcoin (worth approximately $15 billion at the time), the largest seizure in U.S. history.
Operation Sand Dollar — The largest FBI-led scam center takedown in history: 9 scam compounds dismantled, more than 300 arrests, $300 million seized, thousands of electronic devices seized, and thousands of trafficked workers freed through a joint operation with the Dubai Police and China’s Ministry of Public Security.
Operation Compound Fracture — Domains and malicious apps seized, plus a $10 million reward offered for information on the Tai Chang scam compound.
Shunda Compound Takedown — Joint FBI-Thai operation that led to arrests, disrupted a network responsible for hundreds of millions in victim losses, and included the first-ever seizure of a Telegram channel.
This is what taking the fight directly to transnational criminal organizations looks like.
Over the past week, this FBI strengthened partnerships across Southeast Asia, meeting with law enforcement leaders to expand cooperation against transnational crime and accelerate joint operations targeting global scam centers.
Together, we are taking the fight directly to the criminals who prey on Americans—wherever they operate.
Scam centers are a global pandemic!
This FBI under President Trump’s leadership, has made crushing fraud a top priority. Now we’re taking the fight to every corner of the world.
Every compound we dismantle. Every network we destroy. Every dollar we recover.
This is not just an FBI mission. This is not just an American mission. This is a global mission.
And together, we will eliminate the threat, and protect the American people.
-DKP🇺🇸
Great meeting with Thai Deputy PM & FM Sihasak today.
Advancing our 190+ year partnership with stronger defense ties, progress on reciprocal trade, and continued commitment to the peace accords brokered by President Trump.
.@SecRubio: In the face of common challenges, our allies must play an active role in deterring conflict and protecting their sovereign interests in the region. And America is stepping up as well.
Read more in the Secretary’s op-ed in @gmanews, @manilabulletin, @PhilippineStar, and @inquirerdotnet.
Statement by Ambassador Sean O'Neill on the Passing of HRH Princess Bajrakitiyabha
On behalf of the United States of America and all Americans in Thailand, I offer deepest condolences on the passing of HRH Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati Kromluangrajasarinisiribajra Mahavajrarajadhita. Together we mourn with our great friends, the people of the Kingdom of Thailand, at this somber time.
https://t.co/f8kLgTIAPO
Statement by Ambassador Sean O'Neill on the Passing of HRH Princess Bajrakitiyabha
On behalf of the United States of America and all Americans in Thailand, I offer deepest condolences on the passing of HRH Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati Kromluangrajasarinisiribajra Mahavajrarajadhita. Together we mourn with our great friends, the people of the Kingdom of Thailand, at this somber time.
https://t.co/f8kLgTIAPO
พวกเราขอร่วมกับประชาชนชาวไทย แสดงความไว้อาลัยต่อการสิ้นพระชนม์ของสมเด็จพระเจ้าลูกเธอ เจ้าฟ้าพัชรกิติยาภา นเรนทิราเทพยวดี กรมหลวงราชสาริณีสิริพัชร มหาวัชรราชธิดา
We join the people of Thailand in mourning the passing of HRH Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati Kromluangrajasarinisiribajra Mahavajrarajadhita.
Thailand New Year – Songkran 2026
Press Statement
Marco Rubio, Secretary of State
April 12, 2026
On behalf of the United States of America, I extend my warmest wishes to the people of the Kingdom of Thailand for a joyous Songkran and a New Year filled with renewal, health, and prosperity.
The United States deeply values our enduring friendship and alliance with Thailand. This Songkran, we also extend our congratulations to the new Thai government, and we look forward to working closely together to make Thailand and America safe, strong and prosperous.
Happy Songkran and Happy Thai New Year!
https://t.co/w5rLbRaAxa
Thailand New Year – Songkran 2026
Press Statement
Marco Rubio, Secretary of State
April 12, 2026
On behalf of the United States of America, I extend my warmest wishes to the people of the Kingdom of Thailand for a joyous Songkran and a New Year filled with renewal, health, and prosperity.
The United States deeply values our enduring friendship and alliance with Thailand. This Songkran, we also extend our congratulations to the new Thai government, and we look forward to working closely together to make Thailand and America safe, strong and prosperous.
Happy Songkran and Happy Thai New Year!
https://t.co/w5rLbRaAxa
From all of us at U.S. Mission Thailand, we wish the Thai people and our fellow Americans a happy Songkran and Thai New Year filled with renewal, health, and prosperity.
Re-Election of Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul
Press Statement
Marco Rubio, Secretary of State
March 21, 2026
The United States congratulates Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on his re-election. The United States greatly values our alliance and deep friendship with Thailand, spanning nearly two centuries. We appreciate the Prime Minister’s close cooperation with us on key priorities, including economic prosperity, law enforcement cooperation on cyber scams, modernizing our defense alliance, and helping to promote peace and stability in the region.
We look forward to working closely with Prime Minister Anutin and his new government to further strengthen the U.S.-Thai relationship by promoting peace and prosperity for both our peoples. Together, we will continue to make our countries safer, stronger, and more prosperous.
https://t.co/TGXSRvbSmL
Re-Election of Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul
Press Statement
Marco Rubio, Secretary of State
March 21, 2026
The United States congratulates Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on his re-election. The United States greatly values our alliance and deep friendship with Thailand, spanning nearly two centuries. We appreciate the Prime Minister’s close cooperation with us on key priorities, including economic prosperity, law enforcement cooperation on cyber scams, modernizing our defense alliance, and helping to promote peace and stability in the region.
We look forward to working closely with Prime Minister Anutin and his new government to further strengthen the U.S.-Thai relationship by promoting peace and prosperity for both our peoples. Together, we will continue to make our countries safer, stronger, and more prosperous.
https://t.co/TGXSRvbSmL
“The United States extends warm congratulations to Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on his election as Prime Minister. I look forward to continuing to work closely with him and his new government to strengthen our enduring alliance and promote peace and prosperity for the Thai and American people.” — Ambassador Sean K. O’Neill
“The United States extends warm congratulations to Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on his election as Prime Minister. I look forward to continuing to work closely with him and his new government to strengthen our enduring alliance and promote peace and prosperity for the Thai and American people.” — Ambassador Sean K. O’Neill
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The U.S. Embassy in Bangkok launched the “Freedom 250” BTS Skytrain wrap on February 10, 2026, at Phrom Phong BTS Station. This vibrant mobile tribute commemorates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Declaration of Independence and will traverse Bangkok’s premier transit network on the Sukhumvit Green Line for one month from February 10-March 9, 2026.
U.S. Ambassador Sean K. O’Neill officially inaugurated the wrap by boarding the specially designed train from Phrom Phong to Phloen Chit Station. The Ambassador invited the Thai public to participate in a year-long celebration of America’s rich history and the enduring strength of U.S.-Thai diplomacy.
We are grateful to our partner, Plan B Media, for making this project possible.
The U.S. Embassy Bangkok’s Freedom 250 project aims to share the story of the United States’ journey since 1776 and showcase the pivotal role of U.S. diplomacy in securing “peace through strength.” Follow our journey and stay tuned for the other upcoming Freedom 250 events at https://t.co/LaMeEFbqFd.