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Deputy PM at 'security talks' abroad
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 12/04/2017
» Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwon is attending security talks overseas and is not dealing with the country's planned purchase of submarines, Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha said yesterday.
Prawit welcomes submarine purchase investigation
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 21/03/2017
» Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwon on Monday welcomed the state auditor's probe into the navy's 13.5-billion-baht submarine purchase scheme, saying the process was transparent and efficient.
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.
Modern military plan gets nod
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 28/02/2017
» The Defence Council has approved a 10-year modernisation plan for the armed forces, designed to boost their ability to deal with any potential threats facing the country.
Prawit repeats: Amnesty not on reconciliation table
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 23/02/2017
» Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Prawit Wongsuwon insisted yesterday the reconciliation process does not include an amnesty plan.
Prawit confirms B13.5bn sub order
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 18/02/2017
» The procurement of the first 13.5-billion-baht Chinese-made submarine will take place as scheduled this year, Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwon has confirmed.
Unity talks kick off on 'day of love'
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 10/02/2017
» The government will begin discussions on national reconciliation with politicians on Valentine's Day, with a ministry spokesman saying the timing is to take advantage of the "day of love".
Unity panels set for diversity
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 26/01/2017
» The Defence Ministry's reconciliation panels will see a diverse set of members, not just a pool of military officers, said defence permanent secretary Chaicharn Changmongkol.
Navy secures funds to buy Chinese sub
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 25/01/2017
» The Royal Thai Navy has secured 13.5 billion baht to purchase a Chinese-made submarine.
Prawit insists all on board peace train
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 24/01/2017
» Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwon has insisted all political camps have embraced the government's push to foster reconciliation in the country, while those taking part are no longer required to sign the unity pact.