Thai men across the country faced a high-stakes military conscription lottery this April, as tensions linger along Thailand’s disputed border with Cambodia following deadly clashes last year. At a temple near Bangkok, men aged 18 to 29 drew cards that determined their fate, with black granting exemption and red requiring enlistment.⁠ ⁠ Conscripts serve up to two years, while volunteers serve shorter terms and receive a monthly salary along with basic provisions. While some expressed relief at avoiding service, others accepted their outcome with composure, as families watched anxiously and reflected on duty, livelihood and honor.⁠ ⁠ 📽️Editor: Gabe Jung⁠ 🤳Click our linkinbio to sign up to our daily newsletter.⁠ ⁠⁠ 📰Follow us for the latest Asian News NextShark⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #thailand #military #conscription #draftlottery #bangkok #cambodia #borderconflict #southeastasia #news #asiannews #breakingnews #militaryservice #nationalism #economy #jobs #youth #society #culture #temple #lottery #army...