In a groundbreaking move, Thailand has unveiled a comprehensive national position on the Application of International Law in Cyberspace, affirming that indeed, human rights laws extend into the digital realm, reverberating through the international community. Released via a statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Facebook, this pivotal document emerged from extensive national consultations among several key agencies. The Office of the Attorney General led the charge, with contributions descending from the Council of State, the National Security Council, and the National Cyber Security Committee. Adding their legal heft were the Judge Advocate General’s Department along with the Defence Information and Space Technology Department, in collaboration with other pivotal ministries. This document embroiders Thailand’s embroidered stance on the application of international laws in cyber operations. It tackles intricate issues, including sovereignty, non-intervention violations, the complex tapestry of the use of force, peaceful conflict resolutions, and nation-state responsibility. Penning this…
