Fixing Thai education is not just a matter of money

11 Sept 02:03 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand allocates a substantial budget to education (300 billion baht, 5% of GDP), yet the quality of its education system remains low, sparking debate on resource effectiveness.
Experts propose that improving educational quality requires addressing equitable access for all students, especially those in over 14,660 small schools, by adjusting the budget distribution formula rather than solely increasing overall spending.

Nationwide crackdown launched on illegal nominee shareholders and land holdings

Yesterday 15:20 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul initiated a nationwide crackdown on illegal Thai nominee shareholders in foreign-run businesses and land holdings to safeguard national interests.
The government will integrate efforts across all relevant agencies to target illicit foreign operations, forced sales of illegally acquired property, and high-risk land ownership schemes.
Key strategies include auditing suspect land and building holdings, establishing a long-term monitoring system, and cross-referencing data from various authorities to trace ultimate beneficial owners.
Prime Minister Anutin emphasized that no influential figures or corrupt officials are above the law, promising straightforward prosecution, asset seizures, and protection for enforcing officers.
Beyond land ownership, the integrated crackdown will also extend to tackle transnational crimes, including drug and human trafficking.