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Thailand defense modernization

February 09, 2023
Thailand’s Military Modernization Again in the Spotlight Following Trade Deficit Report
By Tita Sanglee
Recent procurements have revived long-standing questions about poor communication and wasteful spending.

June 26, 2018
New Drones Highlight Thailand-Israel Defense Cooperation
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent development has shed further light on a deepening military relationship.

June 21, 2018
What’s Next for Thailand’s Attack Helicopters Acquisition?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Though Bangkok continues to look for ways to realize its ambitions on this front, several uncertainties remain.

June 14, 2018
What Does Thailand’s 2019 Defense Budget Mean?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The government’s announced figure constitutes a modest increase but masks ongoing challenges and issues.

January 10, 2018
Thailand Gets Its First New South Korea Fighter Jets
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The move marks further progress for Bangkok's air force modernization despite continued challenges and constraints.

August 08, 2017
Thailand to Upgrade More F-5 Fighter Jets
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The Southeast Asian state continues to modernize its aging aircraft.

July 04, 2017
What’s Next for US-Thailand Military Ties Under Trump?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
News of military helicopter sales have led to speculation about what we might expect in this realm.

June 14, 2017
Is Thailand Now Buying More Arms From China?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at a new approval by the Thai government this week.

June 01, 2017
Thailand’s New Army Chief Makes First Singapore Visit
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Chalermchai Sitthisad made his introductory trip to the city-state this week after taking over his new post late last year.

May 16, 2017
Thailand Eyeing Israel Artillery System
By Prashanth Parameswaran
RTMC is reportedly looking to procure platforms to boost the Southeast Asian state’s defenses.

April 27, 2017
Did Thailand Secretly Approve Its China Submarine Buy?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent controversy over the transparency of the purchase reveals how tone-deaf the junta-led government can be.

January 31, 2017
When Will Thailand's First China Submarine Arrive?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Thai defense officials are bullish about approving a key acquisition.
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