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Move to gut fisheries law could sink Thai exports and poor fishermen, critics warn

14 Sept 10:08 Key points summarised by AI

Proposed amendments to Thailand's 2017 Fisheries Act spark widespread concern, aiming to reduce penalties for violations, introduce electronic crew registration, and permit offshore catch unloading.
Critics warn these changes could elevate human trafficking risks, potentially downgrading Thailand in the US TIP report and triggering trade barriers that jeopardize its multibillion-baht seafood exports.
Environmentalists and artisanal fishermen fear the amendments will allow destructive fishing practices, such as smaller mesh nets and reduced coastal zones, threatening marine biodiversity and the livelihoods of small-scale fishers.
Despite government assurances that the reforms aim to modernize laws and support fishermen, opponents argue they undermine labor rights, violate international guidelines, and favor commercial interests over sustainability.

Today 14:22 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Education Ministry is implementing a four-pronged strategy to address its students' below-average performance in PISA 2025 and tackle significant educational inequality.
The plan prioritizes closing performance gaps by increasing funding for small and low-income schools, overhauling the curriculum to foster critical thinking, and adopting a data-driven management system to reduce teacher workload.
Key initiatives include enhancing school safety, combating cyberbullying, and expanding mental health support through peer-to-peer networks, recognizing the severe impact of distress on academic performance.
An education expert advises verifying if PISA improvements stem from structural changes, advocating for a revived STEM curriculum with practical 'learn by doing' methods, and urging bureaucratic reform to link teacher evaluations to student development.