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Prayut shores up support of military
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 11/09/2016
» The appointment of a "red beret" army chief is being seen by military observers as a calculated move by Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha to loosen the long-standing grip of the powerful Burapha Phayak clique backed by Deputy PM Prawit Wongsuwon.
Shakeup sees 58 switches
News, Post Reporters, Published on 09/09/2015
» The cabinet on Tuesday approved a reshuffle of 58 senior officials of the Interior Ministry, mostly provincial governors, in what is seen as an attempt by the military regime to tighten its grip on power.
Gen Prayuth takes command
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 01/10/2010
» Bangkok Post military affairs reporter Wassana Nanuam turns her attention from the outgoing to the incoming army chief.
Prayut, Prawit still firm friends, despite the rumours
News, Wassana Nanuam, Published on 14/07/2016
» Despite rumours about a growing rift, Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha and his deputy, Gen Prawit Wongsuwon, have not only maintained their camaraderie but also solidified the power of the regime.
Parliament set to convene on May 22
News, Post Reporters, Published on 15/05/2019
» Parliament will convene on May 22 -- the fifth anniversary of the 2014 military coup -- now that 498 MPs and all 250 senators have been officially announced.
Crowds still hungry after controversy
News, Post Reporters, Published on 23/11/2014
» A week of controversy has not dampened enthusiasm for the latest Hunger Games blockbuster, which drew a 20% bigger crowd than its predecessor in its opening two days.