Buriram: “Southern Isan Senators” are calling on the government to take decisive steps against mysterious drones that have been alarming villagers across the southern Isan region of Thailand. The senators, preparing for a border visit on August 8-9, plan to deliver aid to those affected by recent incidents, while urging the government to address these unidentified drones flying overnight.
According to Thai News Agency, Police Lieutenant General Boonchan Nuansai, Senator and Chairman of the Committee on Law and Justice, highlighted the ongoing situation between Thailand and Cambodia in the southern Isan region, which includes provinces like Buriram, Surin, Sisaket, and Ubon Ratchathani. Senators from these provinces have been actively providing border services and support following the incidents. During the upcoming visit on August 8-9, senators from Buriram and Surin plan to offer supplies and financial aid to families of the deceased, injured, and those affected by the disturbances. Previous visits to Ubon Ratchathani and Sisaket have also seen senators assisting communities in need.
Mr. Rujipas Meekosan, a senator from Surin Province, reported incidents that have left the public anxious, particularly due to an unidentified drone observed flying over villages throughout the night. The presence of these drones has stirred fear and uncertainty, posing a potential threat to national security. Mr. Rujipas called for swift governmental action to investigate, share information, and implement robust preventive measures. He proposed five key strategies: establishing report forms or notification boxes; forming volunteer drone monitoring groups; encouraging citizen participation in night and festival surveillance; fostering networks between communities, local administrative bodies, police, and security agencies; and involving stakeholders like the NBTC, the Royal Thai Army, and the Department of Provincial Administration for collaboration and transparency.
Mr. Rujipas stressed the seriousness of the situation, stating, “This is not just some random flight, but a threat that could unknowingly affect national sovereignty. Therefore, I urge the government to be concerned about the people and take concrete action.”
When questioned about the Bhumjaithai Party’s potential proposal to cancel MOUs 43 and 44, Police Lieutenant General Boonchan indicated that such matters would require discussion in a joint parliamentary meeting. He noted that no proposal or discussion has occurred in recent secret meetings.