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Thailand’s Military Modernization Again in the Spotlight Following Trade Deficit Report
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.

New Drones Highlight Thailand-Israel Defense Cooperation
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.
What’s Next for Thailand’s Attack Helicopters Acquisition?
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.

What Does Thailand’s 2019 Defense Budget Mean?
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.

Thailand Gets Its First New South Korea Fighter Jets
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.

Thailand to Upgrade More F-5 Fighter Jets
August 08, 2017

Thailand to Upgrade More F-5 Fighter Jets

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The Southeast Asian state continues to modernize its aging aircraft.

What’s Next for US-Thailand Military Ties Under Trump?
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.
Is Thailand Now Buying More Arms From China?
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.

Thailand’s New Army Chief Makes First Singapore Visit
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.

Thailand Eyeing Israel Artillery System
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.

Did Thailand Secretly Approve Its China Submarine Buy?
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.
When Will Thailand's First China Submarine Arrive?
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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