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Bhumjaithai threatens to swap Klatham with Democrats over Agriculture portfolio

13 Sept 15:29 Key points summarised by AI

Bhumjaithai issued an ultimatum to the Klatham party, demanding a decision on joining the coalition this week or facing replacement by the Democrat party.
Bhumjaithai specifically seeks the agriculture portfolio, currently held by Klatham, to synergize with its existing control of the Commerce Ministry.
Should Klatham refuse to cede the agriculture portfolio, Bhumjaithai plans to approach the Democrats as an alternative coalition partner.
The Bhumjaithai-led coalition commands 281 seats, with Cabinet portfolios allocated based on a 1:10 House seat ratio, indicating Bhumjaithai's desire for key economic and national security ministries.

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.