Thai-Cambodian Border Wall Construction Over 70% Complete in Chanthaburi
Construction of a security wall along the Thai-Cambodian border in Chanthaburi's Pong Nam Ron district has surpassed 70% completion for its second phase, with plans for a third phase underway, aimed at combating illegal border crossings and smuggling.
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