Thailand defense

Unlike like most past defense chiefs, Sutin Klungsang is a civilian politician with virtually no experience in security matters.

For years, Japan and Thailand have enjoyed close relations in all areas bar one: defense. That is beginning to change.

The premier’s defense of the deal in parliament was just the latest manifestation of heightened scrutiny on Thailand's defense policy.

The development reinforces the government’s determination to make inroads despite the challenges that confront it.

The new deal spotlighted the security aspect of the relationship between the two countries.

A closer look at the significance of the new budget numbers for the country.

The development spotlighted some of the ongoing security collaboration between the two countries in spite of ongoing challenges in this realm.

The development comes as both sides continue to manage opportunities and challenges in their broader relationship.

The interaction spotlighted some of the ongoing activity in this dimension of the relationship.

The frigate delivery spotlights wider ongoing military collaboration between the two sides.

A recent interaction put the focus on the defense side of the relationship between the two Southeast Asian states.

While it is still early days, Bangkok has shown some signs of making inroads.

The RTN continues its longstanding effort to modernize its capabilities despite lingering challenges.

Though little progress has been made to date, the idea continues to be in conversations by both sides.

The government’s announced figure constitutes a modest increase but masks ongoing challenges and issues.

The RTN continues its longstanding effort to modernize its capabilities despite lingering challenges.

A closer look at the trajectory of the Southeast Asian state’s deepening cooperation with Beijing in 2018.

This year’s drills will be closely watched for what it says about the US-Thailand alliance and Thailand itself.

The move marks further progress for Bangkok's air force modernization despite continued challenges and constraints.

Despite the general hype, specifics about the project remain unclear.

A new defense pact inked by the two sides deserves attention despite the few details that have emerged publicly so far.

Possible arms sale speaks to ongoing developments in the defense realm between the two sides in spite of irritants.

Cabinet approves purchase of eight T-50 advanced planes.

News of military helicopter sales have led to speculation about what we might expect in this realm.