Chinese businessman “Tuhao” and 40 others indicted on multiple charges

13 Sept 10:45 Key points summarised by AI

Chinese businessman Chaiyanat Kornchayanant, known as “Tuhao,” and 40 associates were formally indicted on a range of serious charges, including drug trafficking and money laundering.
The indictment, approved by the attorney-general, covers offenses such as criminal association with multinational gangs, illegal possession of firearms, and operating entertainment venues without proper permits.
Former massage parlour tycoon Chuwit Kamolvisit was instrumental in exposing these “grey” Chinese businesses, following a police raid on the Jinling pub where many customers tested positive for illicit drug use.
Investigations into Kornchayanant’s network have expanded significantly, leading to the impoundment of over five billion baht in property allegedly linked to his illicit operations.

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.