Chamlong Daoruang
Chamlong Daoruang is former deputy minister of finance under Thawan Thamrongnawasawat. He is Four Tigers of Isaan such as Chamlong Daoruang, Thong-in Phuripat, Tiang Sirikhanth and Thawin Udol.
Early life
Chamlong was born to a family in Maha Sarakham province in the northeast of Thailand. His nicknames among his circle was ai khaek meaning the indian. The name was given to him due to his darker skin which was a result of being outdoors and working in farms.Murder
A staunch opponent of the Pibulsongkram dictatorship, which had staged a coup against the elected government, Chamlong and four associates were arrested and murdered by the police under orders of Phibun's ruthless ally, Phao Sriyanond. Their buried remains were discovered in Kanchanaburi province many years later.Political Work
Election
Minister
- Minister under Thawi Bunyaket
- Minister under Seni Pramoj
- Minister under Thawan Thamrongnawasawat
- Minister of Finance under Thawan Thamrongnawasawat