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Mahathir's rise puts deep South talks at risk
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 17/05/2018
» The return of Malaysian strongman Mahathir Mohamad to politics has led to uncertainty over the peace talks over the deep South between the Thai authorities and the Mara Patani. The talks, initially set for last month, have been postponed.
Govt adopts 'defence diplomacy' with China
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 02/03/2017
» The current military government has adopted "defence diplomacy" when it comes to handling international relations. Such a diplomatic approach has helped it forge closer ties with China, resulting in strengthened cooperation on a new defence and weapons industry in Thailand along with planned purchases of Chinese armaments and armoured vehicles including submarines.
Prayut taking charge with Chalermchai selection
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 15/09/2016
» Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's bold move to give the army's top job to someone outside his trusted circle has surprised many. But it is a strategic decision that is well-suited with what he called "the current situation".
Govt looks to China alliance as poll certainty wavers
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 23/04/2015
» The junta government appears to be making a great success in striking a balance with the US and China.
Attacks, 'bomb plot' allow regime to tighten its grip
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 12/03/2015
» Ten months after the coup, internal security is still the main concern of the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO). All regional commands have been ordered to stay alert for any political incidents while martial law is relentlessly enforced.
Signs firm for army role in post-poll politics
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 13/11/2014
» Six months after the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) seized power, speculation is growing over a plan by the men in green to form a new political party, or perhaps a nominee party with military backing.
Prayuth shakes up old coup conventions
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 19/06/2014
» Most military officers have come to believe National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) leader Gen Prayuth Chan-ocha will take the position of prime minister when he retires in September.
Prayuth unveils ‘who’s who’ after putsch
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 29/05/2014
» As the political situation unfolds, we can now see “who’s who” in the lightning power purge led by army chief Prayuth Chan-ocha last Thursday.
Military waits as political ways out near dead end
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 08/05/2014
» The ongoing political strife is giving rise to yet more coup d’etat rumours.
What made the military support the decree?
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 23/01/2014
» Whatever made the military's top brass accept the government's decision to enforce the emergency decree on Wednesday, despite their previous objections to such a move, remains unanswered.