Two-time Bangkok governor, former Deputy Prime Minister, one of the 5 leaders of the People’s Alliance for Democracy
Place of Birth: Bangkok
Date of Birth: Fri Jul 05, 1935
Age: 89
Family Background:
Born to Mr. Somnueg and Mrs. Boonruaen, a Chinese Thai family
Education:
- Ban Somdej Chao Phraya high school
- Armed Forces Academies Preparatory School, Thailand
- Chulachomklao Royal Military Academy (Class 7)
Career:
- 1960-1985 Royal Thai Army officer (last – major general)
- 1985-1992 Governor of Bangkok
Honors:
- 1992 Magsaysay Award for Government Service
Marital Status:
Married to Sirilak.