19 raids on Chinese “grey” businesses in Chiang Mai on Friday

14 Sept 02:06 Key points summarised by AI

Thai police conducted 19 coordinated raids across Chiang Mai, targeting suspected Chinese “grey” businesses alleged to be facilitating visas and work permits for Chinese nationals.
The operation, prompted by former MP Chuwit Kamolvisit's information, investigated foundations and a marble factory, with Deputy National Police Chief Surachate Hakparn scheduled to hold a press conference for further details.

Examining Thailand’s four-part education revolution

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.