🗓️ Thursday, November 20, 2025
📍 Sa Kaeo, Thailand

🇹🇭 Army Troops Help Harvest Rice Along Thai-Cambodian Border, Reinforcing Sovereignty

🌾 Troops Assist Farmers in Sa Kaeo’s Border Zone

The Royal Thai Army’s Burapha Task Force has deployed soldiers to support rice farmers in Ban Nong Ya Kaeo, Khok Tum district, Sa Kaeo province — an area close to the Thai-Cambodian border. Troops are helping with harvesting, transporting rice, and ensuring safe access for farmers. 🚜👨‍🌾

🎯 Why the Army Is Involved

This mission highlights the army’s dual role: protecting Thailand’s sovereignty 🇹🇭 and supporting its people. By assisting farmers directly, troops are boosting community confidence and showing that the army stands ready to help “at every opportunity.” 🤝

📅 Operations & Logistics

– Assistance began on November 16 and continues through at least November 24, covering about 71 rai of farmland. 🌱
– Soldiers are managing safe entry/exit routes, coordinating transport of the harvested rice, and collaborating with civilian agencies. 🚚
– Their presence helps maintain order and safety during the border-area harvest season. 🛡️

🌍 Context: Rising Border Tensions

This operation comes amid stronger security efforts along the Thai-Cambodian border. In June 2025, the Burapha Task Force adjusted control measures at Sa Kaeo checkpoints to support humanitarian movement. 🤲

The First Army Area also reinforced security by building military bunkers and civilian shelters using funds from the Chulabhorn Foundation’s Hathaithip Fund — increasing safety for troops and locals. 🏘️

Recently, Burapha Task Force leadership inspected front-line units, emphasizing troop readiness to defend Thai territory. 🪖

🛑 Other Security Measures

The army has rolled out several security upgrades:

• 🔗 6-km concertina wire fence installed to prevent illegal crossings.
• 🚫 Removal of Cambodian troops from four disputed areas, restoring Thai control.

😊 Local Sentiment & Impact

Villagers in Nong Ya Kaeo have expressed relief and gratitude for the army’s assistance. Soldiers helping with harvesting makes farmers feel safer during this high-pressure time. ❤️🌾

The mission also sends a symbolic message: sovereignty is strengthened not only with defense, but by building trust and supporting everyday life along the border. 🤍🇹🇭

✅ Bottom Line

This rice-harvesting mission is more than a kindness — it strengthens community ties, reinforces territorial security, and supports local livelihoods all at once. 🌾🤝🛡️