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Thailand and Google agree to strategic cooperation for development of digital technology

14 Sept 02:32 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand and Google have formed a strategic alliance to enhance Thailand's digital competitiveness and foster a cloud-based digital transformation.
A key initiative is the establishment of a Google Cloud region in Bangkok, expected to contribute $4.1 billion to the Thai economy and create 50,000 jobs by 2030.
The cooperation also focuses on research and development in generative AI using Google Cloud technology and implementing cloud-first policies.
Google will support upskilling the Thai population in digital technology and cloud systems, building on programs like the "Samart Skills" project and AI courses.

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.