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Brothers in arms: military chiefs cosy up
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 01/03/2018
» Amid international condemnation over the alleged ethnic cleansing by Myanmar security forces against Rohingya Muslims in northern Rakhine State, Thailand has become a target of criticism for not expressing its opposition to this with the Myanmar government.
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.
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.
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.
Thaksin amnesty rumour scotched
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 19/02/2015
» Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha’s “no-talks” stance with former leader Thaksin Shinawatra has effectively ended the rumours about a “super deal” between the military regime and the de facto boss of the Pheu Thai Party.
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's tactical transfers pave way for long tenure
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 11/09/2014
» With a hint delivered during his weekly address last Friday, National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) and Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha let us know that his tenure will not end in one year as initially announced.
Surasak urges calm over NLA green bias
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 31/07/2014
» It’s crystal clear the new the National Legislative Assembly (NLA) will be in a shade of “green,” with incumbent and former soldiers occupying more than half the seats.