Direk Jayanama
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Direk Jayanama | |
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ดิเรก ชัยนาม | |
Minister of Justice | |
In office 1 September 1945 – 18 September 1945 | |
Prime Minister | Thawi Bunyaket |
Preceded by | Chao Phraya Sridharmadhibes |
Succeeded by | Phraya Nararajwasuwat |
Personal details | |
Born | Khana Ratsadon | 18 January 1905
Other political affiliations | Free Thai Movement |
Spouse | Pui Jayanama |
Alma mater | Thammasat University |
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Direk Jayanama (Thai: ดิเรก ชัยนาม, RTGS: Direk Chaiyanam; January 18, 1905 – May 1, 1967)[1][2] was a Thai diplomat and politician.
He was one of the civilian
Notability
From 1938 to 1947, Direk served in many important posts in the Thai government during the early years of constitutional rule. During World War II, he held the post of Foreign Minister to become the Ambassador to Japan. He also held the posts of Deputy Prime Minister, Foreign Minister (multiple times), Justice Minister, and Finance Minister. He also served as the
In 1947, he was appointed ambassador in London, but resigned a few months later as a result of the Phibunite coup.[3]
The Negotiator with Allies Power
Direk’s account is especially good on the Franco-Thai conflict of 1940; The invasion by Japan in 1941; The delicate relationship with Japan over 1942–1943; Financial affairs in the immediate postwar period; and the negotiations to rehabilitate Thailand with the Allied Powers, including becoming a member of the United Nations.[4]
The Thammasat University
In 1949, Direk also founded the Thammasat University Faculty of Political Science.[2] It offers undergraduate and graduate studies in three majors, politics and government, public administration, and international affairs. Many Thai provincial governors, mayors, leaders, and activists are graduates from this faculty. He then taught law at Thammasat University, and wrote texts on diplomacy and foreign affairs.[3]
Family
Direk's younger brother was Pairote Jayanama, former Permanent Secretary of Foreign Affairs (who had 4 sons who eventually became ambassadors include Asda Jayanama, Surapong Jayanama), and Am Jayanama, an Air Force General at the time.
He was married to Khunying ML Pui, member of the aristocratic Nopawongse royal bloodline, and had 4 sons with her. One son, Wattana Jayanama, became an important figure during the establishment phase of the Bank of Thailand.
็Honours
National honours
- Knight Grand Cordon of the Most Exalted Order of the White Elephant
- Knight Grand Cordon of the Most Noble Order of the Crown of Thailand
- Knight Grand Commander of the Most Illustrious Order of Chula Chom Klao
- Dushdi Mala Medal Pin of Arts and Science (Civilian)
- Medal for Service Rendered in the Interior (Franco-Thai War)
- King Rama VIII Royal Cypher Medal, 1st Class
Foreign honour
- Nazi Germany :
- Order of the German Eagle with Star
- France :
- Grand Officer of the Legion of Honour
- Japan :
- Grand Cordon of the Order of the Rising Sun
- USA :
- Medal of Freedom With silver palm
- Germany
- Grand Cross 1st Class, Special Issue Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany
References
- ISBN 0-86171-498-9.
- ^ a b c Asia Africa Intelligence Wire (December 26, 2004). "Direk Jayanama: Diplomat extraordinaire". Bangkok Post. Retrieved 10 December 2012.
- ^ a b Chris Baker. Journal of the Siam Society 2009. Vol 97.
- ^ Chris Baker. Journal of the Siam Society 2009. Vol 97.
Further reading
- Direk Jayanama. Thailand and World War II (2008) 575pp;