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PM apologises for disruption stemming from government’s handling of oil crisis

10 Sept 23:01 Key points summarised by AI

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul issued a public apology for disruptions caused by the government's handling of the ongoing oil crisis.
Initially, the government maintained fuel prices for 15 days following Middle East hostilities, but escalating conflict forced adjustments to support vulnerable sectors.
The administration continues to use the Oil Fuel Fund to cushion sharp price rises, despite reduced subsidies, claiming Thai fuel prices are lower than most regional countries.
Fuel shortages have eased due to increased deliveries and anti-hoarding measures, while programs like “Thai Help Thai” assist citizens with rising living costs.

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.