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Navy Investigates Cambodian Capture of Thai Fishing Boat Amidst Sale Claims

Navy Investigates Cambodian Capture of Thai Fishing Boat Amidst Sale Claims

Matichon•Politics•1d ago

Reader Briefing

The Royal Thai Navy is urgently investigating the Cambodian Navy's detention of a Thai fishing vessel, which occurred after the owner claimed to have already sold the boat to Cambodian nationals.

  • •The Cambodian Navy seized a Thai fishing boat on February 14, 2026, in Cambodian waters near Koh Kong province.
  • •The boat, "Gor Chok Burapha," departed from Trat province and was reportedly carrying fresh seafood.
  • •The owner of the vessel denies current ownership, stating he sold it to Cambodian nationals earlier in the year.
  • •The Royal Thai Navy is investigating the claims and emphasizes strict adherence to maritime security regulations for all vessels.

Overview

  • •On February 14, 2026, at approximately 4:25 PM, Cambodian maritime patrol units apprehended the Thai fishing boat "Gor Chok Burapha" in Cambodian waters.
  • •The Royal Thai Navy has initiated an investigation into the Cambodian Navy's seizure of the Thai fishing boat.
  • •The fishing boat departed from P. Kasemsiri Pier in Trat province, carrying fresh seafood from Samut Sakhon.
  • •The owner of the vessel, Mr. Bunyang Ketkaew, claimed to have sold the boat to Cambodian nationals at the beginning of the year.
  • •The owner also stated that the vessel's usage permit expired on October 25, 2024, and expressed that the news of the seizure might be fake.
  • •If the vessel is found to be involved in smuggling goods across the border without permission, it will be a violation of martial law regulations.
  • •The Royal Thai Navy will continue to monitor and investigate the situation to ensure clarity.
  • •The Royal Thai Navy confirmed readiness to provide humanitarian assistance if contacted through appropriate legal channels.

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Key Quotes

Navy Spokesperson Rear Admiral Parach Rattanachaiyapan
"This news is likely to be fake news."
ข่าวดังกล่าวน่าจะเป็นข่าวปลอม
Navy Spokesperson Rear Admiral Parach Rattanachaiyapan
"The Navy is ready to consider providing humanitarian assistance in full according to international principles."
กองทัพเรือพร้อมพิจารณาให้ความช่วยเหลือด้านมนุษยธรรมตามหลักสากลอย่างเต็มที่

Key Entities

Organization

Royal Thai Navy(กองทัพเรือ)ℹ️
The organization investigating the capture of a Thai fishing boat by Cambodian forces.
Cambodian Navy Maritime Patrol Unit(หน่วยตรวจการทางทะเลของกองทัพเรือกัมพูชา)
The unit that apprehended the Thai fishing boat in Cambodian waters.
Chantaburi and Trat Border Defense Command (CTBDC)(กองบัญชาการป้องกันชายแดนจันทบุรีและตราด (กปช.จต.))
The command responsible for enforcing martial law regulations on maritime border security.

Person

Rear Admiral Parach Rattanachaiyapan(พล.ร.ต.ปารัช รัตนไชยพันธ์)
The spokesperson for the Royal Thai Navy who provided information on the fishing boat incident.
Mr. Bunyang Ketkaew(นายบุญยัง เกตุแก้ว)
The former registered owner of the seized fishing boat, who claims to have sold it.

Place

Cambodia(กัมพูชา)ℹ️
The country where the Thai fishing boat was apprehended.
Mondol Seima District, Koh Kong Province(อ.มณฑลสีมา จ.เกาะกง)
The location in Cambodia where the Thai fishing boat was controlled.
Samut Sakhon Province(จังหวัดสมุทรสาคร)ℹ️
The Thai province from which the seized fishing boat departed with its cargo.
P. Kasemsiri Pier, Baan Klong Son, Hat Lek Subdistrict, Khlong Yai District, Trat Province(ท่าเรือ ป.เกษมศิริ บ้านคลองสน ต.หาดเล็ก อ.คลองใหญ่ จ.ตราด)
The departure point in Thailand of the seized fishing boat.
Trat Province(จังหวัดตราด)ℹ️
The Thai province from which the seized fishing boat departed.

Law

Martial Law(กฎอัยการศึก)ℹ️
The legal framework under which violations are considered regarding cross-border maritime activities.