Defense Minister Appoints New Working Group Head
Defense Minister Adul Boonthamcharoen has appointed Air Chief Marshal Prapas as the new head of his working group, effective October 1, 2026.
According to a report by Thai Post, Defense Minister Adul Boonthamcharoen has officially signed an order to appoint a new working group to support his ministerial duties. The primary objective of this administrative change is to enhance the efficiency, speed, and overall management of the Ministry of Defense, ensuring that government and ministerial policies are implemented effectively.
Air Chief Marshal Prapas has been named the head of this new working group. In addition to this role, he will serve as the Director of the Thai-Cambodian Border Information Center. This appointment was made under the authority granted by Section 5 of the Defense Ministry Organization Act of 2010. The order also mandates the dissolution of the previous working group, with the new structure taking effect retroactively from October 1, 2026.
For residents and travelers, this administrative reshuffle represents an internal reorganization within the Thai defense sector. While such changes are standard in government operations, they are intended to streamline policy execution. At this time, there is no indication that this appointment will impact border travel or security protocols for the general public. Further details regarding the specific operational focus of the new working group remain to be seen as the team begins its tenure.
