Thailand's Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai has appointed General Trisak Indararusmi, a former expert with the Royal Thai Army (RTA) and a former classmate of ex-prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra, as his secretary. This appointment precedes Phumtham’s official commencement at the ministry, set for Monday.

 

Gen. Trisak, an alumnus of Class 10 from the armed forces preparatory school, is expected to bring significant experience to his new role. Rumours suggest that Phumtham may also appoint Gen. Worawit Chinanawin as his adviser.

 

The Defence Ministry has planned a welcoming ceremony for the new defence minister, which will include traditional respects to sacred objects and an inspection of a guard of honour. Following the ceremony, military leaders are anticipated to brief Phumtham, who will then outline policy guidelines for the armed forces.

 

Phumtham, who also serves as a deputy prime minister, stated yesterday that the annual military reshuffle will be completed promptly. He clarified that the reshuffle was not discussed during a recent introductory meeting with military leaders.

He assured that proper procedures will be followed for the annual reshuffle and pledged to address any differences that may arise during the process.

“During the rotation of positions, whether it be at the Defence Ministry or elsewhere, there will be speculation, rumours and slander. It’s our responsibility to screen and resolve the matters carefully.”

 

Phumtham emphasised that the government has no intention of meddling in military affairs but aims to enhance cooperation for the public good. He expressed confidence that, under his leadership, the RTA would dutifully perform their roles, assist in alleviating public hardships, and safeguard the constitutional monarchy, reported Bangkok Post.

 

In related news, Phumtham visited U-Tapao Airport to monitor the progress of its development project, aiming for completion by 2029. The deputy PM inspected the U-Tapao Airport and Eastern Aviation City development project in Ban Chang district, Rayong province.

 

by Puntid Tantivangphaisal
Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

Source: The Thaiger 

-- 2024-09-14

 

 

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a former classmate of ex-prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra

 

What a surprise  

3 hours ago, webfact said:

Thailand's Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai has appointed General Trisak Indararusmi, a former expert with the Royal Thai Army (RTA) and a former classmate of ex-prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra, as his secretary. This appointment precedes Phumtham’s official commencement at the ministry, set for Monday.

Nice to keep friends in the loop.

3 hours ago, webfact said:

and a former classmate of ex-prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra

 

 

Mmmmmm.

3 hours ago, webfact said:

Phumtham emphasised that the government has no intention of meddling in military affairs

 

 

It would be nice to see a reciprocal comment from the armed forces.

What IS his expertise?

Hope somebody with influence has the guts to eliminate the Chinese submarine deal.  

6 hours ago, OneZero said:

Hope somebody with influence has the guts to eliminate the Chinese submarine deal.  

 

Not a snowball's...too many envelopes in circulation now.

would not trust him with a garbage bag