Bangkok: The government has reaffirmed that there will be no call-up of reserve forces, despite concerns arising from the Thai-Cambodian border dispute. This announcement comes amidst growing worries about potential scams targeting the public.
According to Thai News Agency, Deputy Government Spokesman Anukul Prueksanusak emphasized that the army has no policy of contacting individuals via telephone or social media platforms like Line. The public is urged to stay informed through official government channels to avoid falling prey to misinformation.
Mr. Prueksanusak addressed the ongoing border dispute, which has seen troops deployed from both Thailand and Cambodia. He advised the public to disregard unverified information not confirmed by government authorities. The Royal Thai Army has clarified that it does not engage in calling up reserve personnel and has urged people to remain vigilant against fraudulent schemes.
The Central Investigation Bureau has also issued warnings about scammers impersonating military units. These scammers contact individuals, claiming they are on a reserve personnel list, and instruct them to connect via Line to resolve the matter. During these interactions, scammers provide personal details to gain trust and subsequently solicit sensitive information, causing victims to fear repercussions, thus leading to potential loss of property and personal data.
Reserve soldiers, or reservists, are individuals who have completed military service and returned to civilian life. The process of calling up reserve forces involves notifying local military districts and issuing a formal summons. Reservists must then report to a designated location at a specified time.
Mr. Anukul urged the public to rely on updates from government and security agencies to stay informed about the Thai-Cambodian border situation. He cautioned against spreading unverified information to prevent national confusion and conflict.