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Education system in dire need of reform
Oped, Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 30/09/2023
» Thailand's education appears to continue in its sorry state despite the new faces at Government House and two ministries directly in charge of the issue.
Yingluck pleas will struggle to be heard
News, Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 26/01/2015
» Democracy in Thailand did not die on Jan 23, 2015 when the National Legislative Assembly voted to retroactively axe Yingluck Shinawatra from the premier's position and slap a five-year ban on politics for her.
Up the creek, preferably with a paddle
News, Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 08/12/2014
» As time goes by, passengers on Thailand's meandering ship of state are slowly getting an idea of their final destination as decreed by the superstitious figure of "Pae" − a mythical Chinese river pilot of legendary status.
Actions that speak louder than words
News, Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 23/06/2014
» The junta has put Thai diplomats and career politicians in a difficult situation since it took over the running of the country.
An instance in time is a curse for Yingluck
News, Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 11/11/2013
» There is one particular minute that indisputably defines Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra's stance on corruption.
SRT cannot afford to freeze third-class fares
News, Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 10/12/2012
» Playing with fire is safer than playing with train fares. That's why the issue of train fares is largely left untouched by transport ministers and railway chiefs.
Vox pops with bite
Life, Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 21/10/2012
» The popularity of VRZO is unquestionable. In only two years, its videos have had more than 32 million views on YouTube, the large majority of which are undoubtedly by people who embrace its format _ letting young people sound off in the issues of the day and speaking to them in their language. No condescension or hectoring from the old ones here.
Coach Newin still gets a political kick
News, Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 15/10/2012
» Newin was up. Newin was down. And football-y and politically speaking, Newin Chidchob will never be out.
Drunk with power, or just plain ...
News, Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 27/02/2012
» 'Thank you Khun Chalerm for pulling me out of the public limelight, at least for a while. I really need a break from defending my case on Facebook. And what you did on Friday was superb. It helped me a lot."
Thaksin's shuffle tune
News, Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 23/01/2012
» Let's say the average life expectancy of a cabinet is around six months. By the time Yingluck Shinawatra serves her four-year term, the country will have the Yingluck VIII or IX administration.