Apirat's vow to reform military misses the markThe Feb 8 shooting rampage which claimed 30 lives in Korat is a tragic shock. During a press conference on Tuesday, army chief Gen Apirat Kongsompong admitted to the myriad of problems that affect the army. Such military housing projects, which are meant to serve as a welfare scheme for low-ranking soldiers, are being carried out in several provinces. The question is: Will Gen Apirat dare to lay his hands on them? Even if Gen Apirat means it, and wants to do a big clean-up, how far can he go?

Source: Bangkok Post February 14, 2020 22:41 UTC