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Bhichit Rattakul

b. 1946

Thai politician

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About Bhichit Rattakul

Born 1946. Bhichit Rattakul is a Thai politician.

Bhichit Rattakul (, , born August 30, 1946) is a Thai politician who served as the governor of Bangkok from 1996 to 2000 and the deputy minister for Science, Technology, and Energy from 1986 to 1988. He is the son of former foreign minister and deputy prime minister Bhichai Rattakul and is of Thai Chinese descent.

Early life and educations Bhichit earned a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Brigham Young University in 1976 and was instrumental in the September 2000 Thailand visit of LDS Church president Gordon B. Hinckley. As of May 2008, Bhichit serves as Director of the Asian Disaster Preparedness Center, which is run under the auspices of the United Nations.

Honours Knight grand Cross in the Order of the White Elephant. Knight grand Cross in the Order of the Crown of Thailand. Knight grand Commander in the Order of Chula Chom Klao. Knight grand Cross by the Emperor of Japan.

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Important facts

Born
30 August 1946, Bangkok
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
Thailand
Education
Brigham Young University, Chulalongkorn University
Positions held
Governor of Bangkok

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Bhichit Rattakul?

Thai politician

When was Bhichit Rattakul born?

Bhichit Rattakul was born on 30 August 1946 in Bangkok.

What is Bhichit Rattakul's occupation?

Bhichit Rattakul is a politician.

What nationality is Bhichit Rattakul?

Bhichit Rattakul is Thai.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Bhichit Rattakul

· Wikidata: Q4901698

· DBpedia: Bhichit Rattakul

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