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Thai Sang Thai: Scrap conscription

Sudarat-led party proposes voluntary enlistment and better military welfare

Young men undergo physical check-ups during a military conscription call-up in Bang Khun Tian district of Bangkok on April 11, 2021. (Photo: Apichart Jinakul)

Conscription should be abolished in favour of a full voluntary enlistment programme and better military welfare, says the Thai Sang Thai Party (TST).

Modern armed forces must work to lift the quality of life of their personnel, particularly the rank and file, so that they can serve the country to their full ability and with pride, said Sqn Ldr Sita Divari, the party’s secretary-general.

The party led by veteran politician Khunying Sudarat Keyuraphan supports the…

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