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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.
Teething problems for new South delegation
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 10/11/2016
» When Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha set up the cabinet forward command, a 13-member delegation of special government representatives to coordinate efforts to bring peace to the deep South, it appeared to be a "dream team" at the beginning. After a month, the team now seems to be running into the same old problems that could bog down their efforts.
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.
Speculation swirls over who will be next army chief
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 21/01/2016
» As current army chief Gen Theerachai Nakwanich is due to retire this September, speculation has been overwhelming about who will be his replacement.
Theerachai heads off Queen's musketeers
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 10/12/2015
» Soon after Theerachai Nakvanich took on the job of army chief, the nuanced identity of the Burapha Phayak, or Tigers of the East, and the Queens Guard became more distinct.
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.
PM shelves new security ministry
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 17/09/2015
» A plan to set up a new security ministry to cope with emerging security threats seems to be facing obstacles as the army fears it may become a "counter force".
Reshuffle stacks deck in Prayut's favour
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 27/08/2015
» By introducing changes to his cabinet last week, Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has managed to consolidate his political power even more.
NCPO, army alliance leaves reds in the cold
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 29/01/2015
» The impeachment of former prime minister Yingluck Shinawatra by an overwhelming 190:18 votes has given rise to anxiety among some people that the "Thaksin regime" will seek political revenge.
Why the military regime needs Udomdej
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 09/10/2014
» The May 22 putsch by the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) has made us realise that coups are still a part of Thai politics, and no one really knows if this one will be the last.