Thailand | Operation Coastal Shield

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Title: Operation Coastal Shield
Document Number: RTAF-OCS-003/2002
Classification: TOP SECRET
Security Level: Maximum Secure
Date: June 23, 2002

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XI. IntroductionX

1.1 Background
On late June 2002, five unidentifiable aircraft were detected over the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand. The Framework of Defense Readiness Postures (FDRP) was raised to Immediate Action (IMA) in response to this situation. After comprehensive analysis, it has been determined that Thailand's waters are the most vulnerable defense sectors.

1.2 Objective
The objective of this operation is to ensure the security of Thailand’s territorial waters and EEZ through the deployment of Thai Coast Guard assets.

XII. Command and ControlX

2.1 Guidance
This operation is conducted under the guidance of the Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Navy, Admiral of the Fleet, Thira Hao-Charoen, with support from Defence Minister, Gen. Chavalit Yongchaiyudh, and approval from Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra.

XIII. Operational ForcesX

3.1 Coast Guard Fleet

- 1st Coast Guard Squadron (CGS1)​

[*] Ships: 4 Turkish Type CG Boats (TCSG 702 Equivalent)
[*] Base: Phuket Naval Base
[*] Manpower: 160 Crew
[*] Role: Patrol​

- Additional assets under CGS1:​

[*]Ships: 10 Turkish Type CG Boats
[*] Base: Sattahip Naval Base
[*] Manpower: 400 Crew
[*] Role: Patrol

[*] Ships: 7 Turkish Type CG Boats
[*] Base: Samui Naval Base
[*] Manpower: 280 Crew
[*] Role: Patrol​

- 2nd Coast Guard Squadron (CGS2)​

[*] Ships: 50 M16 Fast Assault Boats distributed among 6 bases.
[*] Bases: Sattahip, Trat, Samui, Songkhla, Phangnga, Phuket Naval Bases
[*] Role: Patrol and Fast Assault​

3.2 Royal Thai Navy District Forces Command

- 1st Patrol Squadron (PS1)​

[*] Ships: 3 Pattani-class OPV
[*] Base: Phangnga Naval Base
[*] Manpower: 252 Crew
[*] Role: Patrol

[*] Ships: 2 Pattani-class OPV
[*] Base: Phuket Naval Base
[*] Manpower: 168 Crew
[*] Role: Patrol​

- 2nd Patrol Squadron (PS2)​

[*] Ships: 5 Pattani-class OPV
[*] Base: Sattahip Naval Base
[*] Manpower: 420 Crew
[*] Role: Patrol​

3.3 Pattani-class offshore patrol vessel Specifications:

- Artilleries: 1x Oto Melara 76/62 Super Rapid with 960 rounds of 76x636mmR
- Autocannon: 2 × Denel Land Systems GI-2 20mm autocannon with 2*500 rounds of 20x139 linked on F1 link
- Machine gun: 2 × U.S. Ordnance M2HB .50 caliber machine gun with 2*500 rounds of .50 BMG
- Aircraft
Carrier: 1 × Kamov Ka-226​

XIV. ExecutionX

4.1 Initial Deployment
The designated units will deploy immediately to their respective patrol areas. Turkish Type CG Boats and M16 Fast Assault Boats will conduct close shore patrolling, while Pattani-class OPVs will cover wider areas within the EEZ. Aircraft from the Pattani-class OPVs will be used for aerial reconnaissance.

4.2 Communication
Effective communication among all the units must be maintained. Any unidentified or suspicious activity must be reported to the command center immediately.

4.3 Rules of Engagement
Engagement will be in accordance with the national and international laws. The use of force must be proportionate, and only used in self-defense or to deter identified threats.

4.4 Support
Logistical support, including fuel, supplies, and maintenance, will be provided by the respective naval bases.

XV. CoordinationX

5.1 Inter-agency
Liaise with maritime agencies such as the Marine Police, Customs Department, and Fisheries Department to ensure maximum coverage and sharing of intelligence.

5.2 International
In case any foreign vessels are involved, contact must be established with the respective embassies or consulates and the situation must be reported to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

XVI. ConclusionX

6.1 The Royal Thai Armed Forces have mobilized to secure the waters of Thailand and the Exclusive Economic Zone in response to an emerging threat. Through the deployment of Coast Guard assets and with the support of inter-agency cooperation, the mission of safeguarding the sovereignty and security of Thailand's maritime domain will be executed.

6.2 Continuous assessment of the operation will be done to adjust the deployment and strategy as necessary.

Approving Authority:
[Signature]
Admiral of the Fleet Thira Hao-Charoen
Commander-in-Chief, Royal Thai Navy

[Signature]
Gen. Chavalit Yongchaiyudh
Defence Minister

[Signature]
Thaksin Shinawatra
Prime Minister, Republic of Thailand

Document Clearance:
The Office of the Prime Minister
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs
The Ministry of Interior
The National Intelligence Agency

Distribution List:
The Office of the Prime Minister
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs
The Ministry of Interior
The National Intelligence Agency