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Thaksin’s lays out his vision, offering a preview of new government’s policies

14 Sept 01:49 Key points summarised by AI

Thaksin Shinawatra outlined a comprehensive policy vision, expected to significantly influence the new government led by his daughter, Paetongtarn Shinawatra.
His economic stimulus plan includes an immediate 10,000 baht cash handout for vulnerable groups, with potential future digital wallet expansion, alongside strategies to address mounting household debt.
To boost government revenue and broaden the tax base, Thaksin proposed a negative income tax and advocated for legalizing casinos to formalize the underground economy.
Additional proposals include implementing cheaper mass transit fares, promoting Thai soft power (like Muay Thai and e-sports), supporting electric vehicle manufacturing, and introducing protectionist measures to safeguard local SMEs.

Yesterday 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.