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Chinese engines would be up to scratch - they have made and equipped plenty of their own subs with them. The reason why the Thai govt is hanging out? Hard to pinpoint, but could be just the usual nit picking about what's written in the "document" or - they don't currently have the money, or - they are using it as a point to bargain with in the ongoing discussions about financing the fast train, or . . . any number of other manufactured reasons. However the REAL reason would be interesting to hear. . .

Paween Pongsirin "will never be safe in Thailand so long as the army is in charge." - Not only in Thailand. Australia is OK, but doesn't guarantee his safety unfortunately.