“NSC Secretary-General” Confirms Military Preparedness Along Thai–Myanmar Border

Today (3 November 2026) at 8:45 AM at the Monthathip Hall International Convention Center in Mak Khaeng Subdistrict, Mueang Udon Thani District, Udon Thani Province, General Chaiyaphruek Duangpraphat, Secretary-General of the National Security Council (NSC), spoke to the press regarding the situation along the Thai–Myanmar border. He addressed whether any specific areas are under heightened surveillance, noting that the Myawaddy District—situated opposite Mae Sot District in Tak Province—is a problematic area. The military has followed established protocols; whenever an incident occurs, the NSC issues directives to relevant local units, outlining the necessary course of action. In response, the military has prepared the deployment of personnel and the positioning of weaponry and equipment in the area.

General Chaiyaphruek added that regarding diplomatic engagement and the issuance of formal protest letters coordinated through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Royal Thai Armed Forces, and the NSC, the Myanmar authorities have been notified that such situations should not be allowed to occur. Regarding relief efforts, the Ministry of Interior has already begun addressing the damages that have occurred. Simultaneously, measures are in place to engage in discussions with Myanmar authorities, and evacuation plans have been prepared to ensure the swiftest possible response should an emergency arise in high-risk areas.

When asked how the situation would be handled given that Myanmar authorities have yet to act upon formal communications sent to them, General Chaiyaphruek stated that General Ukkrit Boontanon, Chief of Defence Forces, had consulted with the relevant military attaché, who provided assurances that action would be taken.

In response to a question about the level of cooperation expected from Myanmar, General Chaiyaphruek noted that they are indeed cooperating. However, operational units on all sides must exercise extreme caution; given the use of weaponry, even a deviation of a single millimeter or a single degree could cause a mortar round to land on the Thai side of the border. The armed forces have therefore issued directives to implement measures aimed at preventing such incidents.