Thailand’s inflation rate in April higher for the first time in seven months

13 Sept 08:56 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's inflation rate increased by 0.9% in April, marking its first rise in seven months, with the consumer price index up 0.19% compared to last year.
The primary drivers for this inflation surge include rising oil prices and higher costs for agricultural produce, particularly vegetables and fruits, due to reduced output from hot weather and drought.
The Trade Policy and Strategy Office anticipates inflation to continue a minimal upward trend, potentially influenced by future minimum wage increases and the 'digital wallet' scheme, though it is expected to remain within the 1% range.

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.