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Behind the Scenes of Army Restructuring: Interview with Gen. Niphat Thonglek, Acting Deputy Minister of Defense

Talk to “Big Pae” Gen. Niphat Thonglek, Acting Deputy Minister of Defense, and behind the scenes of a meal meeting with the army commander and 4 things in soft restructuring…

“At first it was troubling, but now it’s much more comfortable. Because working with disciplined people is easy to talk about.”

came out for the first interview after wiring found former army leader to consult as a red label minister who came to take care of the soldiers for Mr.Suthin Klangsaeng, Minister of Defense Ready to point out that what can be done immediately and is “tangible” in April 2024 is to modify the system. “Military conscription” in stylevoluntarily part of reduce the number of generals That is something the army already has a plan for.

General Niphat Thonglek, former permanent secretary of the Ministry of Defense Former member of the National Legislative Assembly (NLA) and Acting Deputy Minister of Defense revealed to the Thai Rath online news team that after Mr. Sutin was graciously pleased Appointed in the position of Minister of Defense, he immediately started the engine. Both the policies belonging to the party or government by bringing together the integration, adjusting roughly to prepare for action which various policies That’s what people expect.

The good thing is that the Prime Minister has invited the commander of the armed forces to talk with the Minister of Defense and the Minister of Foreign Affairs (Panpree Phahitthanukorn) joining the conversation. build a good relationship quickly without any formalities

“Knowing that the Minister gave an interview about meeting with the commanders of the armed forces that there was a policy talk. that received a good response, such as Military field use, enhancing military medical capabilities to care for citizens, helping people during disasters. which these matters if the leaders talk It makes everything easy It’s called modern work. informal If they meet in a story It might take more time.”

Srettha Thavisin Prime Minister

What is the big problem in army reform? Gen. Nipat Thonglek explained that Prime Minister Srettha did not use the word “reform”, but used the word “collaboration”, while Suthin used the word “reform”. “Restructuring” is an academic term used by the military. It is divided into 4 parts consisting of

3. consumables

4.Management style

All 4 of these are in the topic of “Restructuring” Which looks like it will not threaten any agency

“Because of the word reform, if you want to do it with someone Looks like you are not friends Therefore, restructuring is softness, gradual adjustment. but get results quickly”

Suthin Klangsaeng

4 How deep are the issues mentioned? How much will the number of generals decrease? Gen. Nipat Thonglek said he did not join the discussion. But all this talk seems to be. “big picture” which the talks are expected to agree on working together Because everyone has been working in the government for a long time. I’ve seen everything.

“Structural adjustments are not only ‘reduced’, but some are also increased, such as military capabilities. Bringing in advanced technologies such as drones, this is where the military has to increase the capability to have modern talent to accomplish their missions.”

When asked what the defense of civilians will be, General Niphat Thonglek viewed as “not a problem” because all ministries, bureaus and departments are similar, because if one understands in a democratic system how much power the prime minister has, how much he can do, what government officials do Because everything has boundaries, especially the Department of Defense, there are regulations, which are considered to have a “dividing line” and this is an “advantage” not to “cross” each other, and the minister said work with disciplined people It’s easy and fast (laughs).

General Nipat Thonglek

Doesn’t affect the understanding of work..? Gen. Nipat Thonglek said that it had no effect at all because he had been working as an MP for more than 20 years and had been in the House of Representatives all the time.

“When I do that job, I do well. But when changing roles to come here, I believe that everything will be positive. No one would think of hurting themselves. Including civil servants as well.

When asked if there was any issue, adjusted or discussed a lot Gen. Niphat Thonglek said that he had to work in the ministry first. As for any matter, it must be something that can be done quickly, with results, and with cooperation. Beneficial to all parties There may be a choice of which one will be “Quick Wins”. Fast and true. with an emphasis on working together not as an order

Is there anything that you see differently? The answer to this question from Gen. Niphat Thonglek said that there was no such thing as working with common sense. will take the mission of the Department of Defense to protect the nation, religion, and the King These missions are in their blood. just make it effective budget savings There is nothing to be “Turn around!” We all saw the same picture. Just have to do it continuously. and understand each other

Thai Rath online news team reported

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2023-09-04 23:19:00
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