Sutin visits China for submarine acquisition talks

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Sutin Klungsang, the Minister of Defence, along with other related agencies, embarked on a trip to China on Thursday to discuss with the Chinese private sectors and other concerned agencies regarding the anticipated acquisition of a submarine for Thailand.

 

The meetings were held to assess whether the procurement process should proceed or be abandoned and to comprehend its potential implications. This crucial information would subsequently be presented to the Thai Prime Minister for further contemplation, as reported by Thai national media.

 

The discussions also revolved around three pivotal guidelines that had been previously submitted to the Thai Attorney General’s Office. These guidelines pertained to a proposed contract amendment with the Chinese government. If accepted, this amendment would result in an extension of the existing contract and the procurement of a specific type of engine.

However, it is important to note that the Thai Cabinet must first give its approval to the amendment for its further consideration in the context of the bilateral relations between the two nations. The proposed amendment and its potential implications were being meticulously scrutinised before they could be presented to the Thai prime minister.

An alternative possibility that was being deliberated upon, according to Thai national media, was the procurement of a frigate instead of a submarine. However, the final call on this matter would only be taken once the Chinese government’s response to the offer was known, reported Pattaya News.

 

In the meantime, the Thai government is closely monitoring the situation, ready to address any legal issues that might surface during this process. The anticipation around this significant defence deal continues to build, and the eventual outcome is eagerly awaited by all parties involved.

 

In related news, in a high-profile diplomatic move, Sutin has declared war on PM2.5 pollution, setting the stage for a showdown with Cambodia. The minister is gearing up for a fierce clash during the 16th General Border Committee (GBC) meeting in Phnom Penh. He pointed fingers at Cambodian farm practices exacerbating pollution woes across borders.

 

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Photo courtesy of Pattaya News

 

Source: The Thaiger 2024-03-30

 

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[JoePai]

Sutin has declared war on PM2.5 pollution, setting the stage for a showdown with Cambodia

 

So he's forgotten about Laos and Burma ?

[hotchilli]

3 hours ago, webfact said:

Sutin Klungsang, the Minister of Defence, along with other related agencies, embarked on a trip to China on Thursday to discuss with the Chinese private sectors and other concerned agencies regarding the anticipated acquisition of a submarine for Thailand.

To be told what they can have... 

[SpaceKadet]

Didn't the Chinese government already agree to swap the sub deal to a frigate and 2 patrol boats?

It's amazing how they change the story every couple of days.

[Srikcir]

19 minutes ago, SpaceKadet said:

Didn't the Chinese government already agree to swap the sub deal to a frigate and 2 patrol boats?

Apparently not.

Last November a navy delegation sent by Sutin was sent to China to negotiate a frigate instead if a sub. Looks like they failed.

[nobodysfriend]

Thailand really needs a submarine .

Avery big one .

Big enough that all members of the current government fit in .

Then , go for a test dive .

 

[Korat Kiwi]

Frigate/Sub what's the difference? 

 

In Thai hands the both end up in the same place. 

 

My feeling is that they should purchase what the can afford to lose... A bit like gambling really!

[sammieuk1]

Ok give us one of those that doesn't need a German engine 🤔

 

[PETERTHEEATER]

How is 2.5 pollution related to the submarine procurement?

[ignore it]

Brother Sutin,

Come, we pay airfare and hotel.

We meet, we go restaurant, 

We eat, we drink,  we go karaoke. 

You find lovely young lady bring you envelope later.

In the morning she go.

We talk Chinese sub engine again.

You go home.

 

[The Old Bull]

11 hours ago, hotchilli said:

To be told what they can have... 

Are they painted yellow?

[still kicking]

3 minutes ago, The Old Bull said:

Are they painted yellow?

I don't think they heard of the Beatles.

[cowellandrew]

After watching ARA San Juan (S-42)

On Netflix's 

 

[seajae]

bank account not doing as good as can be expected so needs some topping up

[bamnutsak]

I thinkk the RTN has decided on a Frigate OR two Off-shore Patrol Vehicles.

 

But who knows with these ....

 

They'll probably come back with a Frigatarine, which won't survive its first dive.

 

 

Passing that 2024 budget, finally, means Thai cabinet/permanent secretaries can raid the budget. Off to China with a huge wad of cash.

[ExpatOilWorker]

How about a Frigate-Submarine combo deal?

 

[SAFETY FIRST]

On 3/30/2024 at 10:01 AM, webfact said:

regarding the anticipated acquisition of a submarine for Thailand

I reckon Thailand should keep away from submarines.

 

Didn't they lose 5 sailors recently when a frigate went down in bad weather.

 

 

[SAFETY FIRST]

12 minutes ago, ExpatOilWorker said:

How about a Frigate-Submarine combo deal?

 

She'll be right once they get the ballast right. 

 

Looks like KFC for dinner tonight,take out for the next day or two. 

 

Edited March 31 by SAFETY FIRST

[ExpatOilWorker]

14 minutes ago, SAFETY FIRST said:

She'll be right once they get the ballast right. 

 

Looks like KFC for dinner tonight,take out for the next day or two. 

 

KFC?

[SAFETY FIRST]

25 minutes ago, ExpatOilWorker said:

KFC?

Or pizza. 

 

It was a joke, just saying the kitchen will be out of order......and most other things. 

 

The video is a joke, never seen such a launch. 

Incompetence. 

 

Edited March 31 by SAFETY FIRST