State authorities and telecom operators are alert to potential risks to undersea cable systems stemming from the conflict in the Middle East, aiming to ensure their international connections in Thailand remain stable and unaffected. All operators are required to submit risk assessments regarding the potential impact in the event of a disruption to Middle East submarine cable systems, along with business continuity plans covering various levels of severity, said Mr Chaichanok. "In the event of a Middle East submarine cable disruption, traffic can be rerouted to other paths that have been pre-negotiated to ensure continuity of service," said Col Sanpachai. In September 2025, multiple undersea cable systems in the Persian Gulf region, including SMW4, IMEWE, FALCON and EIG, experienced significant disruptions. Advanced Info Service insisted it is prepared to address unrest in the Middle East, ensuring continuous domestic and international network connectivity.

Source: Bangkok Post March 28, 2026 02:28 UTC