Bangkok: His Majesty the King has officially approved a list of 862 soldiers, marking significant appointments within the Royal Thai Armed Forces. This comprehensive list includes the announcement of new "Army Commanders" from Class 26 of the Royal Thai Army Preparatory School, who will integrate with the 5 Tigers of the Army and the Army Region Commanders.
According to Thai News Agency, the Royal Gazette website published an announcement from the Office of the Prime Minister on September 5, 2025. This declaration detailed the appointment of these military officers to serve His Majesty, effective October 1, 2025, with Acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai receiving the royal command. Notable appointments include General Tharapong Malakham as the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Defense and General Ukrit Boontanon as the Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Armed Forces.
In the Royal Thai Armed Forces Headquarters, General Noppadon Pinthong has been named as Deputy Commander-in-Chief, and General Chitchanok Nuchchaya will serve as Chief of Staff. Admiral Phichit Srirungruang and Air Chief Marshal Seksan Chaimart have also been appointed as Deputy Commanders-in-Chief.
The Royal Thai Army Headquarters sees General Chitsanupong Rodsiri assuming the role of Deputy Commander-in-Chief, with Lt. Gen. Amorn Bunsuya and Lt. Gen. Narongrit Kamphira appointed as Assistant Commanders-in-Chief. Other significant appointments include Lt. Gen. Worayot Leungsuwan as Commander of the 1st Army Area and Maj. Gen. Wirayut Raksin as Commander of the 2nd Army Area.
In the Royal Thai Navy Headquarters, Admiral Pairoj Fueangchan becomes the Commander-in-Chief, with Admiral Suchart Thammapitakwet serving as Deputy Commander-in-Chief. Vice Admiral Thadawut Phitakkul is appointed as Chief of Staff, while Vice Admiral Korawit Chayarathi will lead the Fleet Operations.
Within the Royal Thai Air Force Headquarters, Air Chief Marshal Seksan Kantha takes over as Commander-in-Chief. Supporting him are Air Chief Marshal Waiphot Keingfak as Deputy Commander-in-Chief and Air Chief Marshal Wachirapol Muangnoi as Assistant Commander-in-Chief.