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Generals fear looser grip on reshuffles
Wassana Nanuam, Published on 22/04/2024
» Top military commanders are concerned that a proposed rejig of the laws could invite undue political interference in armed forces' affairs, according to a military source.
Thaksin visits City Pillar, appears healthier
Wassana Nanuam, Published on 14/03/2024
» Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra paid respect to the City Pillar Shrine in Bangkok early Thursday morning, showing signs of improved health, before leaving for his native province of Chiang Mai.
Key ministers play down reshuffle rumours
Wassana Nanuam, Published on 01/03/2024
» Three prominent cabinet ministers have dismissed speculation they may be the target of a reshuffle possibly being implemented after the budget expenditure bill is passed in early April.
Defence, a civilian affair
Wassana Nanuam, Published on 28/01/2024
» Defence Minister Sutin Klungsang shows he has what it takes to blend in and work with the military despite having no military background.
PM confident ahead of budget bill debate
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 02/01/2024
» Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin declared on Monday that he is ready for the debate on the budget bill for the 2024 fiscal year, which gets underway on Wednesday.
Ministry to seek B600m to fund early retirements
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 20/12/2023
» The Defence Ministry is planning to request 600 million baht from the central budget to fund its early retirement scheme over the next three years.
2 Thais killed, 8 injured, 11 kidnapped in Hamas attack on Israel
Wassana Nanuam, Published on 08/10/2023
» Two Thais are now known to have died during the Hamas attacks on Israel on Saturday, the premier said after arriving in Hong Kong on Sunday afternoon.
Srettha urges arms deals delay
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 03/10/2023
» Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has asked the armed forces to delay their arms procurement plans for the 2024 fiscal year so the government can spend its budget to help those who are most in need, sources said.
Prawit to resign as MP while retaining PPRP leadership
Wassana Nanuam, Published on 31/08/2023
» Outgoing Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwon said on Thursday he will resign as an MP but will remain as leader of the Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP).
Gen Prawit receives 78th birthday wishes
Wassana Nanuam, Published on 12/08/2023
» Politicians, military and police top brass, as well as close associates, extended their best wishes to caretaker Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwon, who celebrated his 78th birthday yesterday.