Anutin convened a security overview meeting. The National Security Council Secretary-General acknowledged cyber threats are concerning and require caution. The Prime Minister emphasized preventing unrest in the southern border from expanding and called for joint condemnation of the perpetrators.
At 09:00 on 13 Nov 2026 GMT+7. Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul. convened. General Chaipruk Duangpraphat, Secretary-General of the National Security Council (NSC). Kittipon Ruensamrit, Director of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA). to discuss the overall internal and external security situation.
At 09:55, General Chaipruk disclosed after the meeting that the NIA Director reported to the Prime Minister on global, regional, and domestic situations. Overall, there were no major concerns, but cyberattacks occurring in multiple countries require attention.
Reporters asked, whether cyber threats are very concerning. General Chaipruk admitted concern and said preparations and caution are necessary. The Ministry of Digital Economy and Society held a two-day meeting inviting relevant agencies to consider protective measures and solutions if incidents occur. The Prime Minister emphasized that all sectors must resolve issues quickly and effectively without causing hardship or inconvenience to the public.
Meanwhile, General Chaipruk also spoke about the People’s Revolutionary Front (PRF) protests near Government House. He said the NIA Director informed the Prime Minister, and authorities are ensuring the protest proceeds within citizens’ rights. Asked if the protests would continue, he said they are expected to persist for some time, and the Prime Minister is listening to the protesters’ concerns.
When asked about the planned protest march to the Ministry of Energy on 16 Nov 2026 and whether the situation is worrisome, General Chaipruk said no, urging protesters to remain within legal bounds. They can present their demands to the relevant agencies. Regarding possible escalation—such as surrounding Government House or other agencies—he said police are already preparing.
Additionally, General Chaipruk commented on the southern border provinces’ situation. The Prime Minister instructed that operations by perpetrators must not spread to other areas. He reported that the military has increased security measures. The incident route is between Songkhla and Satun provinces; further north is a security checkpoint. The perpetrators exploited weaknesses in this area. The military and related agencies will review and address this.
When asked how to prevent further expansion of incidents to Satun, General Chaipruk said such events can happen, but if the public cooperates, perpetrators will be unable to act. If residents of Satun and Songkhla who are uninvolved provide information to authorities and do not support the opposition, agencies can manage the situation.
Asked whether intelligence assesses the expansion into Satun as a show of capability, General Chaipruk said the perpetrators want to demonstrate they can operate there. Asked if the government can guarantee protection for those providing information, he replied yes, noting relevant agencies likely have plans in place.
Regarding perpetrators attacking vulnerable targets like students and whether this would cause loss of support, General Chaipruk agreed and said everyone has seen this. He urged collective condemnation, noting injured children currently hospitalized with facial surgery and leg injuries. This method reflects the perpetrators’ intentions, so everyone should join in condemning these acts.
