Sonthi Boonyaratglin
Thai general and politician
Sonthi Boonyaratglin served as a military leader and politician in Thailand. He became the Commander of the Royal Thai Army and led a coup d'état in 2006 that deposed Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra. Following the coup, Sonthi assumed the role of Head of the Council for National Security, overseeing the transition of power to a military-appointed government. After stepping down from military duties, he entered politics, representing the Palang Pracharath Party. His tenure included participation in the political landscape characterized by frequent changes in governance and political strife in Thailand.
Led the 2006 coup d'état in Thailand
Served as Commander of the Royal Thai Army
Headed the Council for National Security
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