King Appoints Samran Nualma as New Police Chief
General Samran Nualma has been appointed as Thailand's new Police Commissioner, taking office October 1, 2026, following the King's approval announced by the Prime Minister's Office.
General Samran Nualma will assume office as Police Commissioner on October 1, 2026. The Royal Thai Police's official website published the Prime Minister's Office announcement on July 24, 2026, confirming the King's approval for Samran Nualma to step down as Deputy Police Commissioner and take up the position of Police Commissioner at the Royal Thai Police Office, effective October 1, 2026. The announcement was published on July 24, 2026, with Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul countersigning the royal decree.