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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.
China tank deal opens old wounds for wary
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 19/10/2017
» Even though the first batch of 28 VT-4 Chinese tanks, which arrived this month, are being hailed as the Thai army's most modern model, their durability and maintenance costs are still being questioned.
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.
Tank order latest push for closer China ties
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 02/06/2016
» Two years since it took office, the military regime has continued to strengthen ties with China, especially through closer military cooperation.
Thai-Chinese ties grow ever closer
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 24/03/2016
» Despite efforts from the government to downplay its close relations with China, it is undeniable that the two countries have special ties.
Security put on alert over fears of IS gaining ground
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 19/11/2015
» The army and security agencies have tightened surveillance and counter-terrorism operations against the Islamic State (IS), amid reports the extremist group is attempting to spread to Southeast Asia.
Joint air exercise with China highlights warmer ties
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 29/10/2015
» Thailand and China will embark on their first joint air exercise which will highlight closer military ties between the two countries.
PR drive underway, navy revives sub hopes in earnest
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 06/08/2015
» The government's recent decision to delay a plan to purchase three submarines from China does little to dim the navy's hopes that one day they still can be theirs.
Brakes on navy submarines plan is delaying tactic
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 16/07/2015
» Timing is the main reason for the Prayut government's decision to put the brakes, albeit temporarily, on the navy's plan to purchase their much-wanted submarines.
Navy's B36bn sub purchase plan firms up
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 25/06/2015
» Within a matter of weeks, the navy will know if its dreams of having submarines of its own will become a reality.