Thailand Proposes National Roaming Plan to Counter Cyber Threats
The Ministry of Digital Economy and Society is collaborating with telecommunications stakeholders to develop a national roaming strategy to maintain connectivity during cyberattacks.
The Thai Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (MDES), in coordination with the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) and major telecom operators including NT, AIS, and True, has announced a strategic initiative to bolster national communication resilience. According to Prachachat Business, the government is developing a 'National Roaming' plan designed to ensure network continuity in the event of large-scale cyberattacks or national crises. The proposal includes the establishment of a dedicated telecommunications Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) and the implementation of shared infrastructure, allowing users to switch between networks if their primary provider is compromised. For residents and travelers, this initiative aims to prevent widespread communication blackouts, ensuring that essential digital services remain accessible even during severe technical disruptions. While the plan highlights a proactive approach to cybersecurity using AI-driven monitoring, specific details regarding the technical implementation, the timeline for full integration, and how individual user data will be managed during a roaming event remain to be confirmed. The government continues to refine these protocols to ensure that the national digital infrastructure remains robust against evolving cyber threats.
