Royal Thai Army Unveils ‘High-Energy’ Laser Weapon to Counter Hostile Drones

Published on August 7, 2025

The Royal Thai Army has unveiled a high-energy directed energy weapon (DEW) designed to neutralize unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), especially in response to growing drone threats along the Thai-Cambodian border. Capable of targeting fast-moving or low-flying drones with pinpoint precision—even at night—the laser weapon aims to safeguard Thai airspace and territory. While specific technical details remain undisclosed, the system was publicly tested under military oversight. Its deployment coincides with rising tensions with Cambodia, prompting a nationwide drone ban and serving as a strong warning to potential threats against Thailand’s national security.

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