Thai Navy to Address Frigate Procurement Questions on Sept 18
The Royal Thai Navy schedules a major briefing on Sept 18, 2026, to address all inquiries regarding the high-performance frigate procurement.
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- Royal Thai Navy schedules major briefing on frigate procurement for Sept 18, 2026
- Spokesperson Rear Adm. Parach Ratanachaiphan assures transparent answers to all questions
- All evaluation criteria and decision-making processes will be fully disclosed
On September 14, 2026, at the Royal Thai Navy Headquarters (RTN HQ), Rear Adm. Parach Ratanachaiphan, spokesperson for the Royal Thai Navy, announced that the agency has acknowledged reports regarding formal inquiries and requests for detailed information concerning the navy's high-performance frigate procurement process.
The Royal Thai Navy stated its full respect for the public's right to express opinions, raise observations, and conduct oversight from all sectors, viewing these mechanisms as vital to ensuring government operations remain prudent, transparent, and capable of building public trust.
Previously, on September 8, 2026, the Royal Thai Navy publicly affirmed its readiness to transparently disclose the evaluation procedures, criteria, rationale, and key details once all related legal and regulatory steps are fully completed.
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"Every question will have an answer."
Rear Adm. Parach Ratanachaiphan, Navy Spokesperson
The navy spokesperson officially confirmed that a press conference detailing the results of the high-performance frigate procurement project will be held on September 18, 2026. High-ranking commanders and officials responsible for each stage will be present to explain details and answer all questions thoroughly.
The high-performance frigate procurement project represents one of the major defense acquisition initiatives of the Royal Thai Navy involving substantial national budget allocation. Setting a specific date for an open briefing underscores an effort to maintain institutional accountability and address public scrutiny regarding large-scale military investments.
Source: Khaosod Politics
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