Chanthaburi:The second phase of the Thai-Cambodian border fence project is progressing well, with over 70% of the construction completed without any disruptions from Cambodian forces.

According to Thai News Agency, the project, which is designed to enhance security in Thep Nimit Subdistrict, Chanthaburi Province, has reached boundary marker 55. The upcoming third phase will extend to boundary marker 59 and cover a distance of more than 3.620 kilometers, including the construction of a bridge over a canal.

Police Major General Tharatep Tupanich, Commander of the Chanthaburi Provincial Police, along with Captain Prachya Hantiam, Commander of the Chanthaburi Marine Corps Task Force, conducted inspections in Pong Nam Ron District. Their efforts are aimed at ensuring security and implementing measures to curb illegal activities such as unauthorized border crossings and smuggling.

The construction project is divided into three phases, with Phase 1 spanning 1.310 kilometers, Phase 2 covering 3.450 kilometers, and Phase 3 planned to stretch over 3.620 kilometers, totaling 8.380 kilometers in length. While construction on Phase 2 is underway, the bridge construction details are still pending final approval. Reports indicate that the second phase has proceeded smoothly, unlike the first phase, which faced disruptions from Cambodian soldiers.