Bangkok: Mr. Chaichanok Chidchob, Minister of Digital Economy and Society (DE), has tasked Ms. Suchada Sang Thansap, spokesperson for the DE Ministry, to address the outcomes reported by the Anti-Fake News Center of Thailand (AFNC). This initiative aligns with the policy of preventing and resolving security and social threats, emphasizing the integration of agency data to foster public knowledge and understanding of digital technology. A significant focus is placed on raising awareness about cybercrime, fake news, and disinformation.
According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Suchada revealed that between November 28 and December 4, 2025, the AFNC received 1,050,113 messages, with 985 requiring verification. Social Listening was identified as the primary channel, with 961 messages requiring attention, followed by 24 messages from Line Official. Of these, 235 cases necessitated verification, and 102 cases have been verified through coordination with relevant agencies.
The Ministry of Digital Economy has categorized fake news into five groups: government policy and national security (155 issues), health products and hazardous substances (11 cases), disasters (22 stories), the economy (5 topics), and online crime (42 cases). Ms. Suchada highlighted that the most prevalent fake news stories this week pertained to government policy, international security, government agency services, and natural disasters, all of which have significant societal impacts, leading to misunderstandings, panic, and anxiety.
The top fake news story, “Drugs found floating in the floodwaters,” was investigated by the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society in coordination with the Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) under the Ministry of Justice. The investigation revealed that the clip originated from a resident of Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, who admitted to fabricating the video to gain viewership. The supposed drugs in the clip were actually myna bird food.
This incident is a testament to the misinformation prevalent on social media, causing confusion and anxiety. The public is urged to verify information before sharing it and to report any suspicious information to the ONCB hotline at 1386, operational 24/7.
Regarding the second-ranked fake news story, “Cambodia seizes Pha Inthra, Sai Tri 6, Ban Kruat, banning villagers from tapping rubber,” the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society, along with the Royal Thai Army and the Ministry of Defense, investigated and found the information to be distorted. The Second Army Region clarified that inspections by local security agencies, including Border Patrol Police 216, revealed no Cambodian troop presence, new bases, or land adjustments within Thai territory. The area remains forested, with no sovereignty violations found. Officials continue to patrol the area, ready to take legal action against those spreading false information under the Computer Crime Act. The public is encouraged to rely on official sources to avoid unnecessary panic over unfounded rumors.