Bangkok: The Thai government has reiterated that it will never use biological weapons in Cambodia. It emphasized that the situation is a border clash and criticized misinformation spreading on social media as an attempt to create division in the region.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Jirayu Huangsap, spokesman for the Prime Minister's Office, and the committee of the Special Task Force on Border Situation Administration (SFRA) of Thailand-Cambodia, addressed allegations from Cambodian media. These allegations, based on information from a purported Facebook fan page claiming to represent the King of Cambodia, accused Thailand of using biological weapons in border conflicts. The Thai government strongly denies these accusations, asserting that the Facebook page is a fake account meant to distort the facts.
The government highlights that Thailand's military operations comply with international law, notably the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) and the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW). Thailand maintains no policy or practice of using or developing biological or other prohibited weapons. The clashes are framed as a defense of sovereignty along the border rather than a full-scale war, with the Thai military adhering to ethical military conduct.
The Thai government also points out that modern technology can detect toxic residues and the use of prohibited weapons, which would be impossible to conceal internationally. If biological weapons had been used, it would have been identified by the United Nations and global security agencies.
The government urges caution among the public and media in consuming information from unreliable sources, particularly online platforms and unverified Facebook pages. It calls for refraining from spreading false or distorted information that could harm international relations. Furthermore, Thailand remains committed to reducing tensions and fostering sustainable peace negotiations in the region.