In the first of several interviews to gain greater depth in the structure and organization of the Thai State, we talk to Dr. Paul Chambers. Dr. Chambers is the author of several manuscripts and articles on civil-military relationships and democracy in Thailand. In our conversation, we cover the relationship of the Thai monarchy and military, the attitudes of the State to the southern insurgency, and the organisation of the military under the premiership of Prayut Chan-o-cha.

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