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Thai Police Finalize 163 Senior Officer Appointments
The Royal Thai Police has approved a major reshuffle involving 163 senior positions, with 'Big Pao' emerging in a prominent role.
According to a report by Thai Post on August 23, 2026, the Royal Thai Police (RTP) has concluded a meeting of the screening board to finalize the transfer and appointment of 163 senior police officers. The session was chaired by the Commissioner-General of the Royal Thai Police.
Among the notable outcomes of this reshuffle is the prominent appointment of the officer known as 'Big Pao' to a key position within the 'blue' zone. This term is often used in local media to describe specific administrative or operational jurisdictions under the current police leadership structure.
For residents and expatriates in Thailand, such high-level reshuffles are standard administrative procedures within the national police force. While these changes are internal, they often signal shifts in regional command priorities and operational strategies that may influence local law enforcement approaches in the coming months.
At this stage, the full list of specific assignments and the official effective dates for all 163 positions remain to be formally gazetted. Observers are waiting for the official Royal Thai Police announcement to confirm the complete scope of the organizational changes and the specific responsibilities assigned to the newly appointed commanders.