Telco regulator asked to review TRUE’s service charges and quality

13 Sept 07:25 Key points summarised by AI

Four members of Thailand's NBTC have proposed a review of True Corporation's service charges and quality following its merger with DTAC.
The proposal stems from numerous subscriber complaints regarding a decline in mobile and internet service quality and an increase in service charges post-merger.
The commissioners emphasize the regulator's legal duty to ensure high-quality telecom services and fair pricing for consumers, noting a sub-committee is tasked with monitoring the merger's compliance.

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.