Auditor-general asked to advise the government on “digital wallet” scheme

13 Sept 19:56 Key points summarised by AI

A Democrat MP has formally requested the auditor-general to examine and advise the government on its proposed digital wallet scheme, warning of severe impacts on Thailand's economy and financial status.
The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) announced it will thoroughly study the scheme's details and is prepared to launch an investigation if any irregularities or corruption risks are identified.
The Bank of Thailand recommended significantly scaling down the scheme's budget and limiting beneficiaries to the financially fragile, but the government dismissed this advice, citing prior cabinet approval.

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.