National Security Council Secretary-General revealed that the Prime Minister has instructed an elevation of cybersecurity defenses following hacker attacks in Europe. Coordination among the National Cyber Security Committee, the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society, and security agencies is in place to monitor Thailand's critical infrastructure, while involving private companies to close security gaps.
On 9 November 2026 at the Government House, General Chaiphruek Duangpraphat, Secretary-General of the National Security Council, disclosed that the government has ordered the enhancement of cyber threat surveillance after digital systems and control networks in several European countries were attacked.
On 8 November 2026, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul directed the National Security Council Secretary-General to coordinate with the National Cyber Security Committee, the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society, and relevant security agencies to strengthen measures protecting the nation's digital data and systems from hacker intrusions.
This approach covers critical digital systems that, if attacked, could impact national security, the economy, and citizens' livelihoods. It represents an upgrade of regular cybersecurity measures and does not indicate that Thailand is currently facing severe attacks.
“The Prime Minister emphasized that cybersecurity readiness and prevention must come before incidents occur, not after critical systems are attacked. Therefore, we have coordinated all agencies to increase monitoring, identify vulnerabilities, and prepare response plans. If the situation changes, appropriate public warnings will be issued,” General Chaiphruek stated.
In Thailand, agencies responsible for critical infrastructure have already developed contingency plans under the National Cybersecurity Preparedness Plan. Following coordination, they have enhanced surveillance, inspection, and initial alert systems for key infrastructure.
“Lessons from Europe clearly show that cyber threats today extend beyond computer data; they can affect food supply, public health, energy, transportation, and services the public depends on. Therefore, the nation's critical infrastructure must maintain constant readiness,” he added.
Furthermore, the National Security Council will seek cooperation from the private sector to review their protective measures for digital assets and data, especially control systems, internet-connected machinery and equipment, and systems linked to public services, aiming to close vulnerabilities, reduce risks, and support government response efforts.