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Thailand considering offering zero tariffs on more US imports - Finance minister says

13 Sept 11:13 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's finance minister announced the country is considering offering zero tariffs on additional U.S. imports.
This initiative aims to counter a potential 36% U.S. tariff by August 1, with 200 billion baht ($6.1 billion) in soft loans also being prepared to ease economic impact.

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.