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China-Thailand defense relations
What’s Behind the China-Thailand ‘Strike-2024’ Exercise?
By Ian Seow Cheng Wei
At first glance, these exercises may appear routine, following the established pattern since 2005. However, one thing sets the Strike-2024 exercises apart.
What Is Driving Thailand and China’s ‘Falcon Strike’ Air Force Exercises?
By Ian Seow Cheng Wei
China-Thailand joint military drills have grown larger – and more focused on conventional warfare – over the past 20 years.
Is China Replacing the US as Thailand’s Main Security Partner?
By Jack Sato and Abdul Rahman Yaacob
In both arms sales and joint military exercises, China has been rapidly catching up to – or even surpassing – the U.S., Thailand’s official ally.
Thailand Will Replace Chinese Sub With Frigate, Defense Minister Says
By Sebastian Strangio
The diplomatically sensitive submarine procurement has seen deadlocks for several years due to engine troubles.
Thailand Signals Potential Compromise on Chinese Sub Deal
By Sebastian Strangio
Bangkok has signaled that it is willing to accept Beijing's offer of a Chinese-made propulsion system, with some caveats.
Thailand, China, and the Revival of Falcon Strike
By Tita Sanglee
The timing of this month's joint exercise with the Chinese air force has placed the Thai government in an awkward position.
Rekindle the US-Thailand Relationship
By Anthony Woon Cho
America risks losing its oldest friend in the Asia-Pacific to China.
China, Thailand Mull Joint Military Production Facility
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Move could be another advance for an expanding defense relationship.
China, Thailand Kick Off Military Exercise Blue Strike 2016
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Beijing and Bangkok kick off drills at Sattahip naval base.
Thailand to Buy Battle Tanks from China
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Agreement inked with Beijing for MBT-3000s.
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