National Security Council Addresses Cambodian Troop Presence at Hill 642
The National Security Council of Thailand has stated that no additional security measures are currently required following reports of Cambodian soldiers climbing Hill 642 near the Phra Phalai Pass.
On November 3, 2026, General Chaiyapruek Duangpraphat, Secretary-General of the National Security Council (NSC), addressed reports regarding Cambodian soldiers climbing the cliff at Hill 642, located near the Phra Phalai Pass in Sao Thong Chai sub-district, Kantharalak district, Sisaket province. Speaking at an event in Udon Thani, General Chaiyapruek stated that the NSC does not currently see a need to implement additional national-level security measures. He indicated that the situation is being handled by local authorities in the border region. The Secretary-General emphasized that if local officials report that the situation escalates or requires a higher level of intervention, the NSC will then step in to coordinate further actions. For residents and travelers in the Sisaket border area, this development suggests that the situation is being monitored locally without immediate changes to travel or security protocols. It remains to be confirmed whether local authorities will request further support from the central government or if the presence of the soldiers will lead to formal diplomatic discussions between the two nations. Travelers are advised to monitor local news for any updates regarding border access or security adjustments in the Kantharalak district.
