This has been confirmed through interview footage from major news agencies. A cross-reference with the source material confirms that the report is accurate.
Thai PBS Verify found the news in question from: Threads
A news image from Threads referencing Prime Minister Anutin.
Thai PBS Verify found a news graphic posted on the Threads platform by an user “chonthichawongwan” on February 24, 2026. The post referenced Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, stating:
“PM makes it clear!
If there’s too much trouble, build border fences.
Close off both Cambodia and Malaysia,
so that Thais in the Northeast and South can be safe.”
The post has amassed 3,200 likes, 170 comments, 38 reposts, and 14 shares. While most of the feedback leans toward supporting the initiative, some dissenting voices view the move as a propaganda tactic aimed at securing votes in the upcoming election.
Is the “Anutin” border wall plan real?
Thai PBS Verify looked into the matter by using the keywords “Thai-Malaysia Fence” on Facebook. The search led to a report by TOP News, featuring a striking headline that.
“Anutin goes full Fight mode. He pushes for a Thai-Malaysian border fence, asserting that construction should proceed wherever possible, just like the Cambodian model, declaring that national security cannot be challenged every season.”
A news image on Facebook: TOP News “Anutin Pushes for Thai-Malaysian Border Fence. Orders immediate construction wherever possible, following the Cambodian model.”
The post included a video link in the comments section, featuring an interview with Mr. Anutin, who said:
“Regarding the border fence proposal submitted by the 4th Army Area Commander, the majority of the meeting participants agree. So, I stated that since we are already proceeding with the fence along the Thai-Cambodian border, we should maintain that continuity…”
A news video TOP News’s Facebook page features Prime Minister Anutin, with the source credit displayed within a circular watermark.
The post also attributes the footage to another Facebook user named Wassana Nanuam, who posted a video of the interview with Mr. Anutin. The footage was captured from the same angle as was utilized by TOP News.
A video of Mr. Anutin’s interview with the media, which constitutes part of the full press briefing conducted on February 17, 2026.
The team also investigated by analyzing the footage using Hive Moderation, a specialized AI detection platform for images and videos. The analysis yielded a negligible AI-generated probability of only 0.3%, thereby confirming that the video is real.
Verification of the video sourced from Facebook user Wassana Nanuam by Hive Moderation yields a 0.3% AI probability.
Furthermore, Thai PBS Verify searched for records dated February 17, 2026. This allowed the team to discover a post and interview footage of Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, published by the Songkhla Provincial Public Relations Office. The footage confirms that Mr. Anutin’s remarks are identical to those circulated by Wassana Nanuam and Top News. The full context of the statement is as follows.
“Regarding border security measures, the meeting members have agreed to construct additional necessary border fencing. This initiative will adopt the successful model, which was previously implemented along the Thai-Cambodian border, for application in the Southern region. The Fourth Army Area Command has been tasked with conducting feasibility studies in target areas to prevent insurgents from illegally crossing the border. Additionally, discussions have been held with neighboring countries to find cooperation in denying sanctuary or support to violent actors, who frequently flee across the frontier after committing acts of unrest.”
An official Interview of PM Anutin Charnvirakul, published by the Songkhla Provincial Public Relations Office, February 17, 2026.
How is the current status of Thai-Cambodian relations?
On February 25, 2026 — Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow formally issued a rebuttal against Cambodian Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn, following the latter’s remarks regarding the Thai-Cambodian border dispute during a session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC). Mr. Prak allegedly attempted to portray Thailand as an aggressor on the global stage.
The Thai delegation clarified that Cambodia’s allegations were predicated on falsehoods and a deliberate distortion of the truth, asserting that the root causes of the current conflict stem from repeated provocations initiated by the Cambodian side as well as systematic intervention in Thailand’s internal domestic affairs. These actions have directly led to an escalation of tensions, resulting in tragic consequences and the loss of civilian lives. Furthermore, the Minister highlighted Thailand’s long-standing humanitarian commitment, noting that the country has provided sanctuary to Cambodian refugees since the era of the Cambodian Civil War and played a pivotal role in the nation’s subsequent reconstruction. Thailand reaffirmed its position that it harbors no intent of confrontation.
Thailand issued a formal rebuttal against repeated allegations and false statements made by the Cambodian Foreign Minister during the UNHRC session on February 25, 2026.
What is the status of border fencing among the three nations?
According to the latest updates on the Thai-Cambodian situation and related investigative reports by Thai PBS, the developments regarding border fencing can be summarized as follows.
The fencing between Thailand and Cambodia
General Nattapon Nakpanich proposed a strategy on February 24, 2026, to secure border areas before any necessary troop withdrawals. This proposal follows multiple provocations, including incidents involving undisciplined soldiers intentionally starting forest fires along the frontier. The proposed strategy encompasses five key approaches as follows.
- Military presence maintained in areas currently secured by Thai forces.
- Development of these regions into eco-tourism destinations.
- Allocated land for veteran housing in the form of self-defense border villages.
- Installation of electronic fencing equipped with CCTV systems
- Construction of permanent physical fences along the border line.
The news report about Thailand issues a formal rebuttal against the Cambodian Foreign Minister during the UNHRC session on February 25, 2026.
The ” Kan Jom Phalang Chuai Soo (กันจอมพลัง ช่วยสู้)” Foundation also released images and information via its Facebook page regarding the construction of temporary barriers. These fortifications, consisting of shipping containers and concertina wire, have been deployed along roads and border sections in the Thmor Da area. This measure was implemented following persistent harassment from groups of Cambodian and Chinese nationals operating within the Thmor Da vicinity.
A photograph displaying the container barriers erected by the “Kan Jom Phalang Chuai Soo” Foundation in the Thmor Da area on February 19, 2026.
Furthermore, reports from various major and local news outlets have circulated images of Thai military forces excavating trenches along the Thai-Cambodian border. These structures have been identified as “anti-tank ditches,” designed to deter armored vehicle advancement. Observations from the Cambodian side have been noted at regular intervals as the construction progresses.
A photograph of the temporary container wall initiated by the “Kan Jom Phalang Chuai Soo” Foundation in Thmor Da, dated February 19, 2026.
Progress on the Thai-Malaysian border fence
In addition, Thai PBS previously reported on the ongoing situation and historical incidents regarding the border fencing between Thailand and Malaysia as follows.
On November 3, 2025, Malaysian authorities commenced the demolition of 153 out of 212 illegal jetties located on private property within the state of Kelantan as part of their border fortification preparations. The Malaysian government has approved a budget of approximately 11 billion Thai baht for the construction of a 50-kilometer border wall to curb illegal border crossings, the smuggling of contraband, drug trafficking, and the flight of fugitives across the frontier. Throughout this process, Thai military personnel have maintained constant surveillance of the activities on the opposite side of the border.
Malaysian authorities began the demolition of illegal jetties in preparation for border wall construction in Kelantan, November 3, 2025.
What is the truth?
This post is an abbreviated version of remarks made by Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul during a press interview following a regional security meeting for five southern provinces in Songkhla. During the briefing, he discussed the conceptual framework for constructing a Thai-Malaysian border fence, intended as an extension of the existing Thai-Cambodian border project. However, the post failed to provide any formal citations or references regarding the origin of the news content it claimed to report.
