Prem Tinsulanonda

ModernGeneralThailand1920 — ?

Thai prime minister and regent who served for over eight years.

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Quick Facts

Born

1920

Country

Thailand

Era

Modern

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)59

Influence (20%)55

Legacy (20%)48

Leadership (15%)78

Strategy (15%)60

Total Score57.2

Prem Tinsulanonda — Complete Timeline

1980 AD

Appointed Prime Minister after a coupPolitical Action◆ Major

Prem Tinsulanonda was appointed Prime Minister of Thailand by the military after a coup. He served for over eight years, overseeing a period of political stability and economic growth.

Prime MinisterMilitary RuleStability

Impact: national

1981 AD

Survived a coup attemptPolitical Action◆ Major

Prem survived a coup attempt by military officers loyal to the 'Young Turks' faction. The coup failed due to lack of support and the loyalty of key military units, allowing Prem to remain in power.

Coup AttemptPolitical CrisisMilitary

Impact: national

1988 AD

Resigned as Prime MinisterPolitical Action◆ Major

Prem resigned as Prime Minister after the general election, handing over power to a civilian government led by Chatichai Choonhavan. His resignation marked a rare peaceful transition of power in Thai politics.

ResignationDemocratic TransitionPeaceful

Impact: nationalconstructive

2016 AD

Appointed Regent of ThailandPolitical Action

After the death of King Bhumibol, Prem was appointed Regent of Thailand until the ascension of King Maha Vajiralongkorn. He served as a key figure in the transition of the monarchy.

RegentMonarchyTransition

Impact: national