Report Chinese 'Journalists' Arrested near Thai Military Bases in Surin

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In a startling development, three Chinese men claiming to be journalists were apprehended yesterday in Thailand’s Isaan province of Surin. Captured while taking photographs of military installations, their arrest has intensified security concerns in the region.

 

Detained in the Kap Choeng district, near the contentious Chong Chom border area, the men were reportedly capturing images and videos of restricted military zones. They asserted their identities as journalists sanctioned by China’s government and claimed connections with high-profile politicians, including Thailand’s Prime Minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra. However, their documentation proved to be counterfeit, as was the registration plate on their vehicle, a white SUV.

 

The narrative took a twist online, with some netizens speculating that these individuals could be linked to business operations in Cambodian entertainment venues. With ongoing border clashes affecting these businesses, there’s a suspicion that the men might have relayed sensitive military information to external parties.

 

 

Social media further fuelled intrigue when users identified one of the men from a TikTok video by the account @fakthailand2023. The video, shot at a petrol station attacked by Cambodian troops on July 24, featured the man speaking in front of a convenience store. Also in the video were scenes of military trucks and emergency vehicles, highlighting troop movements. The Royal Thai Army (RTA) has previously advised against sharing such footage to prevent potential provocations.

 

While these claims and speculations abound, the legal fate of the men remains undecided, with authorities yet to disclose their custody status. This incident has underscored ongoing tensions at the border and highlighted the delicate balance of regional security and diplomatic relations.

 

As the situation unfolds, the focus remains on ensuring the integrity of Thailand’s military operations and averting any further escalations. Authorities are expected to undertake comprehensive investigations to unravel the true intentions behind the men’s activities in Surin.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Thaiger 2025-07-30

 

 

[tai4de2]

9 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

The video, shot at a petrol station attacked by Cambodian troops on July 24, featured the man speaking in front of a convenience store. Also in the video were scenes of military trucks and emergency vehicles, highlighting troop movements.

 

This aspect is worrisome indeed.

 

The Chinese criminals operating in Cambodia are going to get desperate. Dangerous.