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Thai Defence Ministry open to queries on businesses
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 26/12/2024
» The Defence Ministry is prepared to respond to any questions related to the proposed transfer of businesses operated by the Thai armed forces, Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai said.
Golf course idea stirs contention
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 18/10/2024
» A proposal seeking to convert the air force's Dhupatemiya golf course in Pathum Thani into a public park needs a thorough study as the premises are part of the military's strategic operations, according to Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai.
Air force golf course out, airport runway link in
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 01/05/2024
» Airports of Thailand (AoT) might have to pay at least three billion baht in compensation to the air force if it decides to adopt the area that is currently home to the air force's Kantarat Golf Course, said Defence Ministry spokesman Jirayu Houngsub on Tuesday.
Military largesse
Oped, Editorial, Published on 06/03/2024
» The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) on Monday agreed to hand over its 360-rai Kantarat golf course to the Airports of Thailand Plc so it can be developed as an extension of Don Mueang airport.
Royal Thai Air Force to cede golf course
News, Post Reporters, Published on 05/03/2024
» The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) has agreed to surrender its Kantarat Golf Course to Don Mueang airport in exchange for monetary compensation to be used for the development of the Dhupatemiya sports complex, Defence Ministry spokesman Jirayu Houngsub says.
Air force golf course ‘can’t be converted’
Gary Boyle, Published on 21/02/2024
» Dhupatemiya Golf Course cannot be converted into a sports complex as the site is a military security stronghold, the Defence Ministry said.
Air force says golf course ‘can’t be converted’
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 20/02/2024
» Dhupatemiya Golf Course cannot be converted into a sports complex as the site is a military security stronghold, according to Defence Ministry spokesman Jirayu Houngsub.
Taking on the men in green
Wassana Nanuam, Published on 18/02/2024
» There has been a growing focus on military land and commercial welfare projects over the past five years. With the Pheu Thai Party now in power and the Move Forward Party (MFP) leading the opposition, scrutiny of these lucrative assets and operations has intensified.
An irreparable break-up?
News, Published on 17/02/2024
» Several stalwarts of the main opposition Move Forward Party (MFP) say the same thing — being judged to have plotted to subvert the constitutional monarchy will only galvanise the party further.
Air force agrees to development plans
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 13/02/2024
» The air force will open up some of its facilities and golf courses for public use, but access will be conditional, said commander-in-chief, ACM Punpakdee Pattanakul.