Bangkok: The Royal Thai Army has significantly bolstered its border defense capabilities with the acquisition of advanced drone and anti-drone technology, thanks to a substantial donation from the Land Guard Foundation. The donation, valued at over 60 million baht, aims to enhance the defense operations along the Thai-Cambodian border.
According to Thai News Agency, Lt. Gen. Boonsin Phadklang, the Commander of the Second Army Region, accepted the donation on behalf of the Royal Thai Army. The contribution includes 15 anti-drone systems worth 32,100,000 baht, 41 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for surveying and cargo transport valued at 14,477,100 baht, and 20 UAVs for reconnaissance purposes, totaling 13,910,000 baht. The donation was facilitated by the Yamfao Phaendin Foundation, represented by its President, Mr. Panthep Puaphongphan, Vice President Mr. Suravich Viravan, and legal scholar Mr. Khomsan Phokong. This initiative is part of the foundation's ongoing project to procure special drones aimed at reducing military casualties and enhancing the army's offensive and defensive capabilities.
In addition to the drone technology, Ms. Chittanart Limthongkul, on behalf of Mr. Sonthi Limthongkul, presented a Luang Pu Thuat amulet and a Phra Narai Song Suban Phitak Phaendin amulet to Thai donors supporting the Second Army Area. Ajarn Panathep's group contributed 2,500 tubes of Sri Thep inhalers, valued at 100,000 baht. The private sector also participated, donating items such as 183 tourniquets, large canvases, cooling chalk powder, green oil balm, T-shirts from Bolin Uniform Co., Ltd., and large tents. Essential supplies like instant noodles, drinking water, and relief bags were provided by the Ramanya Rattha Association in Samut Sakhon Province.
Lt. Gen. Boonsin expressed his gratitude towards Ajarn Panthep, the Yamfao Phaendin Foundation, and the Thai public for their generous contributions. He highlighted the vital role of this equipment in safeguarding soldiers and preventing sovereignty violations. He stressed the importance of supporting Thai-made defense technology and announced the immediate distribution of these resources to the Suranaree Task Force for strategic deployment. He reassured that the Second Army Region remains committed to its responsibilities and is prepared for any potential developments in the border situation.