Modern warfare is about effects, not destruction,” says Thai Air Chief

1 Oct 08:44 Key points summarised by AI

Thai Air Chief Marshal Prapas Sornjaidee states modern warfare focuses on achieving 'effects, not destruction,' aiming to erode Cambodia's military capabilities to eliminate security threats rather than total annihilation.
The escalation of conflict followed the failure of diplomatic efforts and injuries to Thai soldiers from landmines, prompting military action based on principles of legitimacy and proportionality, avoiding civilian targets.
Thai forces employ 'effect-based operations,' strategically targeting supply lines, munitions stores, and isolating frontline troops, which has significantly reduced Cambodia's bombardment frequency and territorial control.
The conflict is framed as a political dispute over border demarcation, not between the peoples, with the ultimate goal of a negotiated settlement and a genuine ceasefire from Cambodia.

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.