Chatichai Choonhavan

ModernGeneralThailand1920 — ?

Thai prime minister overthrown in a coup.

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Quick Facts

Born

1920

Country

Thailand

Era

Modern

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)26

Political (20%)72

Influence (20%)53

Legacy (20%)42

Leadership (15%)62

Strategy (15%)41

Total Score50.3

Chatichai Choonhavan — Complete Timeline

1988 AD

Economic Boom and 'Bubble Economy'Reform◆ Major

Chatichai's government pursued pro-business policies, deregulation, and foreign investment, fueling rapid economic growth. Thailand experienced a boom in real estate, manufacturing, and exports, but also saw rising corruption and asset bubbles.

Economic GrowthBubble EconomyDevelopment

Impact: nationalconstructive

Election as Prime MinisterPolitical Action◆ Major

Chatichai Choonhavan became Prime Minister of Thailand after his Chart Thai Party won the general election. He was the first elected prime minister in over a decade, marking a return to civilian rule after years of military dominance.

ElectionCivilian RuleDemocracy

Impact: nationalconstructive

1991 AD

Overthrow in the 1991 Thai Coup d'ÉtatPolitical Action◆ Major

General Suchinda Kraprayoon led a bloodless coup against Chatichai's government, citing corruption and political instability. Chatichai was arrested briefly, and the coup ended civilian rule, leading to a military junta.

CoupOverthrowMilitary Rule

Impact: nationaldestructive