In my April column for The Diplomat, I argued that Thailand has downplayed the defense dimension in its tariff negotiations with the United States, so as to dodge tough questions of strategic ...

China's Defense Ministry said the exercise aims to enhance capabilities and deepen mutual trust and cooperation with Thailand.

Thailand has ordered a single example of the new, upgraded Airbus A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport Plus (MRTT+). Based on the upgraded A330-800 platform, this order is not only the first aerial ...

Cambodian soldiers reload the BM-21 multiple rocket launcher in Preah Vihear province on 24 July. (STR/AFP via Getty Images) Lockheed Martin F-16 fighters of the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) have ...

An artist's impression of the Airbus MRTT+ in service with the Royal Thai Air Force. (Airbus) The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) has signed a contract with Airbus to procure the enhanced version of the ...