3rd Army Chief Inspects Mae Hong Son Border, Orders Civilian Care
Third Army Commander Lieutenant General Waratep Bunnya visited Mae Hong Son province to inspect border security operations and meet with special forces units. He ordered troops to maintain vigilant border protection while prioritizing the welfare and safety of local civilians living in border areas.
Third Army Area Commander Lieutenant General Waratep Bunnya and the Third Army Operations Center commander, along with their delegation, deployed to Mae Hong Son province on November 8 to inspect operations and monitor the security situation along the border. They were welcomed by Major General Prasarn Henprasert, commander of the Naresuan Force, along with the Singhanat Special Forces commander and the 36th Ranger Special Forces commander, at the 36th Ranger Special Forces headquarters (Thep Singha Camp) in Mae Sariang district and the 3608 Ranger Company (Ban Mae Sam Laep Checkpoint Operating Base) in Sop Moei district. During the visit, the Third Army commander and delegation paid respects at the sacred shrine at the operating base before receiving a briefing summarizing the security situation in the area and recent unit performance results. They also distributed morale-boosting supplies to personnel to encourage them in their duties protecting sovereignty and maintaining border security. Lieutenant General Waratep then issued guidelines and sharpened border defense operations to be conducted with caution and efficiency, while emphasizing the importance of closely assisting and caring for local residents to create safety and peace of mind for those living along the border, in conjunction with maintaining national security.
