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Title: Operation Majestic Dawn
Document Number: RTAF-OMD-001/92003
Classification: TOP SECRET
Security Level: Maximum Secure
Date: January 25th, 2003
XI. IntroductionX
1.1 Background
Thailand, as a dominant world power, has shown its naval prowess with Operation Zenith Harmony. As the geopolitical climate grows more uncertain, the Thai Armed Forces Headquarters has deemed it necessary to display its holistic military strength. Operation Majestic Dawn is a national wide operation focusing on showcasing the readiness and strength of the Thai Army, Navy, and Air Force as well as prepare the Armed Forces for an all out war.
1.2 Objective
The central aim of Operation Majestic Dawn is to conduct a large-scale drill across Thailand, displaying the readiness, strategic coordination, and capability of all three military divisions: Army, Navy, and Air Force.
XII. Command and ControlX
2.1 Guidance
This operation is conducted under the guidance of the Defense Minister, Gen. Chavalit Yongchaiyudh, and approval from Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra.
2.2 Commanding Authority
This operationis conducted under the command of the Thai Armed Forces Headquarter and the Parliament of Thailand.
XIII. Operational ForcesX
The Operation includes the The Thai Armed Forces.
XIV. ExecutionX
All active personnels of the Thai Armed Forces would be call to duty within 24 hours.
XV. CoordinationX
All communications are kept in the highest encryption standard and are all well-coordinated.
XVI. ConclusionX
The Defense Ministry has formulated Operation Majestic Dawn under the Parliament Order presented by the Prime Minister, Thaksin Shinawatra, with the guidance of Defense Minister, Gen. Chavalit Yongchaiyudh. Through the execution of this operation, the Thai Defense Ministry prepares the Thai Armed Forces in the scenario of an all out war.
Continuous assessment of the operation, including strategic deployment, will be done to adjust the deployment strategy, as necessary.
[Signature]
Gen. Chavalit Yongchaiyudh
Defence Minister
[Signature]
Thaksin Shinawatra
Prime Minister, Republic of Thailand
Document Clearance:
The Office of the Prime Minister
The National Intelligence Agency
The Royal Thai Air Force Command Center
The Royal Thai Navy Command Center
The Royal Thai Army Command Center
The Royal Thai Armed Forces Headquarters
Distribution List:
The Office of the Prime Minister
The National Intelligence Agency
The Royal Thai Air Force Command Center
The Royal Thai Navy Command Center
The Royal Thai Police
Royal Thai Armed Forces Headquarters
Air Defense Command
The National Assembly of Thailand