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Mahathir's rise puts deep South talks at risk
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 17/05/2018
» The return of Malaysian strongman Mahathir Mohamad to politics has led to uncertainty over the peace talks over the deep South between the Thai authorities and the Mara Patani. The talks, initially set for last month, have been postponed.
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.
Prayut taking charge with Chalermchai selection
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 15/09/2016
» Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's bold move to give the army's top job to someone outside his trusted circle has surprised many. But it is a strategic decision that is well-suited with what he called "the current situation".
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.
PM invokes S44 in far South synergy push
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 28/04/2016
» Finally, Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has resorted to the use of the draconian Section 44 to forge synergies between two core agencies dealing with unrest in the deep South, namely the Southern Border Provinces Administration Centre (SBPAC) and the Internal Security Operations Command (Isoc).
Security put on alert over fears of IS gaining ground
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 19/11/2015
» The army and security agencies have tightened surveillance and counter-terrorism operations against the Islamic State (IS), amid reports the extremist group is attempting to spread to Southeast Asia.
US urges govt to take a broader view of cyber threats
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 04/06/2015
» With growing concerns over the rise of terrorism in Southeast Asia, the US is seeking to equip countries in the region with an ability to tackle cyber security threats.
Govt looks to China alliance as poll certainty wavers
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 23/04/2015
» The junta government appears to be making a great success in striking a balance with the US and China.
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.
A tough choice for the man who can trust so few
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 10/07/2014
» Will he or won’t he? That is the question many people are asking about National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) leader Prayuth Chan-ocha, and whether he will stay on as army chief after his mandatory retirement this September.