Experts call for open dialogue on ‘grey’ Chinese investments in Thailand

15 Sept 06:33 Key points summarised by AI

Amid rising concerns in Thailand over ‘grey’ Chinese investments and an influx of low-cost imports, scholars and business leaders advocate for greater transparency and open dialogue.
Experts emphasize that 'grey' investments constitute only a small portion, urging mutual understanding to address economic tensions while strengthening bilateral ties.
The call for dialogue aims to preserve the deep-rooted Sino-Thai relationship, celebrating its 50th anniversary, through sincere conversations and enhanced cultural connections.
Leaders stress the importance of people-to-people ties and soft power to further enhance the long-standing friendship between Thailand and China.

Examining Thailand’s four-part education revolution

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.