PM Anutin Orders Stronger Border Defense Amid Myanmar Clashes
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Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said Thailand is ready to escalate defensive measures along the Myanmar border after fighting between the Myanmar military and ethnic armed groups spilled over, injuring Thai citizens in Mae Sot, Tak province. Speaking at Don Mueang Air Force Base on October 30, 2026, he confirmed provincial governors and security officials have been ordered to fully protect public safety. Anutin added that Thailand has been in continuous talks with neighboring leaders, and if no action is taken, the country will upgrade its self-defense posture.