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Talks on Thailand’s submarine engine problem postponed until May

Talks on Thailand’s submarine engine problem postponed until May

13 Sept 10:41 Key points summarised by AI
  • Talks between the Royal Thai Navy (RTN) and China Shipbuilding and Offshore International Company (CSOC) regarding a controversial submarine engine problem have been postponed to May, citing COVID-19 concerns in China.
  • The core issue involves Germany's refusal to sell its MTU 396 diesel engine to China for Thailand's submarine, leading the RTN to reject CSOC's proposed Chinese alternative and insist on the original German-made engine.
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