Showing 1 - 10 of 12
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.
Air force readies to go digital
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 11/02/2016
» The Royal Thai Air Force is aiming for the skies in introducing a "digital air force" with the use of advanced technology and modern weaponry including jet fighters as part of a plan to upgrade air systems.
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.
Incoming Seal boss must navigate choppy waters
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 28/03/2014
» As long as there has been no royal endorsement of the military reshuffle list, the transfer of Rear Adm Winai Klom-in, Naval Special Warfare Command commander, or Seal commander, to an inactive post remains a rumour.
Getting on the peace train a welcome move
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 04/04/2013
» The peace talks held last week in Malaysia between the government and key figures of the Barisan Revolusi Nasional Melayu Patani (BRN) created a feeling of anxiety across the country.
Pitak Siam rumour mill hums
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 29/11/2012
» Gen Boonlert Kaewprasit's sudden decision to call off the anti-Yingluck Shinawatra government rally at the Royal Plaza on Saturday less than nine hours into the demonstration was a surprise to everyone.
Uniformed chess moves from near and far
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 18/10/2012
» Time has proven that ousted prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra has deployed the right tactics in dealing with the armed forces and other men in uniform for his own gains.
Army chief forming new South unit
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 26/07/2012
» The road ahead is rough for army chief Prayuth Chan-ocha as he presses ahead with a plan to set up the 4th Army Corps, a new military unit, to tackle the insurgency in the deep South.
New air force chief choice hinges on Sukumpol
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 05/07/2012
» The centennial of the air force's aviation history on July 2 with Gripen and F-16 jet fighters roaring over the skies above their Don Muang base ended with Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra, Defence Minister Sukumpol Suwanatat and the chiefs of all the forces impressed and applauding.
Preah Vihear dispute weighs on army brass
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 24/05/2012
» The uncertain situation on the border with Cambodia could be why the army will enjoy the largest chunk of the defence budget in the next fiscal year.