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Philippines sidelines local languages
Oped, Published on 09/07/2025
» In October 2024, the Philippine government, in its management of a linguistically rich and culturally diverse population, decided to make the then-existing Mother Tongue-Based Multilingual Education (MTB-MLE) expire by not signing it.
Defence college seeks interns with new model
News, Published on 07/07/2025
» The National Defence College of Thailand has launched an internship placement programme aiming to enhance opportunities among Thai youth, particularly in the Deep South.
D-PREP Launches Round 2 Scholarships with Up to 50% Support Until Graduation
Published on 12/05/2025
» D-PREP International School, one of Bangna’s top international schools, is now accepting applications for Round 2 of its Secondary School Scholarship Program. Students entering Grades 6 to 11 have the exciting opportunity to receive up to 50% scholarship support until graduation, making D-PREP’s innovative and future-ready American education even more accessible to talented and motivated learners.
Thai police officer becomes the bee's knees
Roger Crutchley, Published on 20/04/2025
» The feel-good story this week involves a most unlikely hero, a Thai policeman. It is not often that the local gendarmerie are the subject of uplifting news, but that was the case in the Northeastern province of Nakhon Phanom when an alert policeman rescued a woman from a swarm of attacking bees.
AI skills deemed vital for workers, students
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 21/03/2025
» Instead of fearing being replaced by artificial intelligence (AI), Thai workers and students should focus on acquiring skills for emerging job opportunities in the AI, cloud computing and cybersecurity sectors, according to tech executives.
Education and Language Strengthen UK-Thai Strategic Partnership
Published on 27/01/2025
» Relations between Thailand and the UK have never been stronger – just last year, the UK became the first European Country to elevate its relationship with Thailand to that of a strategic partnership. People-to-people relations, including through education, arts, culture, and languages, are a core section of our bilateral Strategic Roadmap, and are the strongest tools we have for building trust and understanding and creating opportunities for further global peace and prosperity.
Shrewsbury Launches Thailand’s First Premium Bilingual Pathway
Published on 21/01/2025
» Shrewsbury International School Bangkok City Campus proudly announces the launch of the Hanqing Bilingual Pathway, Thailand’s first premium bilingual programme offered by a leading international school under a British curriculum. Embracing the concept of ‘One Campus, Two Pathways’, parents and students can now choose between the British curriculum with English as the medium of instruction, or the British curriculum with both English and Chinese as the medium of instruction, which is the Hanqing Bilingual Pathway programme. Available to students from Early Years 1 – 2 (aged 3 – 4) onwards, the Hanqing Bilingual Pathway lays a strong foundation in Mandarin and English from an early year, promoting multicultural understanding, enhancing opportunities in today’s globalised world, and equipping children with the skills and academic preparation needed to excel as high-performing global citizens.
Thaksin ‘inspires’ premier to serve
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 11/01/2025
» Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra spoke of being inspired to serve in government by her father, former premier Thaksin Shinawatra, and a plan to offer scholarships to broaden education opportunities for young people during a conversation marking National Children’s Day on Saturday.
Kenan Empowering Thailand's Education with AI and Green Skills
Published on 20/12/2024
» Kenan Foundation Asia (Kenan), in collaboration with various public and private sector partners, organized a conference “Building AI and Green Skills for a Sustainable Workforce”. Bringing together private and public stakeholders, the conference highlighted the policy gaps and practical challenges to integrate AI and Green skills within education, training and workforce development programs to drive the sustainable growth of Thailand’s modern businesses and industries.
Thailand-South Korea dual narratives
Oped, Kavi Chongkittavorn, Published on 03/12/2024
» Thailand-South Korea relations are paradoxical. The countries share a dynamic that boasts both heroic achievements and glaring challenges. While their cultural and economic ties have progressed over the decades, they are black-eyed by labour and immigration issues. Solving these irritating issues can elevate friendship and unleash the potential of bilateral cooperation.