Thai Ministry Warns Against Cyberbullying in LINE OpenChats
Thailand's Deputy Minister of Digital Economy and Society has warned that students engaging in cyberbullying via LINE OpenChats can be identified and their parents held legally accountable.
On November 10, 2026, Thailand's Deputy Minister of Digital Economy and Society, Nan Bunthida Somchai, issued a formal warning regarding the rise of cyberbullying incidents within LINE OpenChat groups. Speaking at Government House, the Minister noted that reports of students using these platforms to harass peers and expose private information have increased significantly over the past few days. While many users attempt to hide their identities behind avatar profiles, the Ministry emphasized that these accounts are linked to personal LINE IDs, which can be traced by authorities to identify the individuals responsible. The warning highlights that such actions may violate laws concerning defamation and the Child Protection Act. Crucially, the Ministry stated that if these incidents escalate into formal legal cases, parents could be held responsible for the actions of their children. This development is particularly relevant for residents and families in Thailand, as it underscores the potential legal consequences of online behavior among primary and secondary school students. While the Ministry has confirmed the ability to trace these digital footprints, it remains to be seen how many cases will proceed to formal prosecution and what specific measures schools will implement to curb this trend.
