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Zero dropout policy draws praise
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 20/04/2026
» Thailand's zero dropout policy is gaining momentum as it works to return children to classrooms while preventing new losses.
Too much screen time 'bad for kids'
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 27/02/2026
» Excessive screen exposure is one of the leading causes of developmental delays among young children, according to a new report by the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC).
Pressure rises over barcodes
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 24/02/2026
» A legal expert from the People's Party (PP) says the use of traceable barcodes and QR codes on ballot papers used in the election could violate the principle of secret voting outlined in the constitution.
Laser IDs no privacy risk: People's Party
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 19/02/2026
» The People's Party (PP) has defended its use of Laser ID numbers for party membership applications, insisting the process is secure, lawful and does not involve storing members' personal data in its database.
SSF spending triggers fury
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 23/01/2026
» Concerns about transparency and efficiency of Social Security Fund (SSF) spending have surfaced after Rukchanok Srinork, a People's Party MP candidate, highlighted cases of SSF money being used for "questionable projects".
Anutin's credibility shaken by floods
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 29/11/2025
» The southern flood crisis, especially the disaster in Hat Yai, has placed the Anutin Charnvirakul government and his Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) in political difficulties. Some observers have even forewarned that the flood woes are the beginning of the BJT government's downfall.
Govt urged to act on domestic violence
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 14/11/2025
» The Thai Health Promotion Foundation (ThaiHealth) is calling for stronger action against domestic violence following alarming new data showing over 17,900 reported cases in 2024.
Top economist Ammar Siamwalla dies at 86
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 05/10/2025
» Ammar Siamwalla, one of Thailand’s most respected economists and a leading rice expert, has died at the age of 86.
United Thai Nation founder says leader Pirapan unfit for cabinet role
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 24/06/2025
» The founder of the United Thai Nation (UTN) Party on Monday opposed the appointment of party leader Pirapan Salirathavibhaga as a cabinet member in the upcoming reshuffle, saying he was ethically unfit to hold the post.
Ministry wants all children to go to school
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 20/05/2025
» The Ministry of Interior has intensified efforts to eliminate inequality in education and has directed local government to lead a nationwide campaign to bring children who do not attend school back into classrooms.