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Thailand's military and technology leaders stress the importance of developing sovereign technology to enhance national security and economic growth. ACM Prapas Sornchaidee from the Royal Thai Air Force warns against reliance on foreign tech, citing risks to user data and national defense.

Local innovation is needed in critical areas such as drones, AI, and cybersecurity. Nectec's Panita Pongpaibool advocates for government support in foundational technologies, including a Thai AI Foundation Model. The focus is on creating digital infrastructure to facilitate emerging technologies while addressing local challenges through integrated solutions.