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Sutin says current govt 'not as stable'
News, Post Reporters, Published on 14/07/2025
» Veteran Pheu Thai politician Sutin Klungsang admitted the current government isn't as stable as the previous one, though he remained confident it will be back on its feet soon.
Defence appoints first spokeswoman
News, Post Reporters, Published on 28/05/2025
» Col Dr Dangjai Souvannakitti has been appointed as the Defence Ministry's first spokeswoman.
Military downsizing gets nod
News, Post Reporters, Published on 24/12/2024
» The Defence Council on Monday approved a white paper that outlines a plan to downsize the armed forces and reduce spending on weapons.
Air force 'bribe' on ministry radar now
News, Post Reporters, Published on 18/09/2024
» Transnational bribery involving the military has been a chronic problem, but the latest claim remains unverified pending an investigation, said Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai in response to a recent allegation of kickbacks allegedly paid by a US company to the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF).
Govt 'will work with armed forces', Phumtham vows
News, Post Reporters, Published on 11/09/2024
» Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai made it clear that he, as the new defence minister, would never attempt to wield the government's executive power over the armed forces but rather work side-by-side with them to ensure they serve the public well in the best interests of society.
Air force denies US F-16 rumours
News, Post Reporters, Published on 30/06/2024
» The air force has denied all knowledge of a US offer to sell its F-16 fighter jets at a competitive price attached to a long-term interest loan for the procurement.
Protesters demand Thaksin be denied bail in S112 case
News, Post Reporters, Published on 12/06/2024
» Protest groups have asked the army to oppose a bail request that is expected to be sought by paroled former premier Thaksin Shinawatra when he reports to prosecutors to acknowledge his indictment on lese majeste and computer crime charges next week.
About 3,000 Myanmar nationals flee fighting to Tak
Post Reporters, Published on 21/04/2024
» About 3,000 Myanmar people fled Myawaddy to Mae Sot district of Tak to take refuge from escalating battles between Myanmar junta forces and ethnic troops, according to officials.
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.
ONE Championship's Chatri honoured with special award
Sports, Post Reporters, Published on 09/02/2024
» Chatri Sityodtong's contribution to the martial art sport was recognised at the Amazing Muay Thai Festival in Hua Hin on Tuesday.