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The Thai government’s cautious stance stems from regional security interests. Thailand relies on Myanmar for energy, labor, and economic cooperation. As Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-o-cha’s government balances diplomacy with regional stability, it avoids openly condemning Myanmar's military regime to maintain strategic ties and ensure economic security. However, border communities and local residents remain concerned about the possibility of escalation into full-scale conflict spilling over.