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Universities face age shift
News, Editorial, Published on 18/04/2026
» The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI) is not a coveted portfolio in politics. Political parties have treated this portfolio as a consolation prize and often appoint new politicians to look after the country's higher education affairs.
Thumbs up for Lumpini
Oped, Editorial, Published on 17/04/2026
» Two recent developments at Lumpini Park offer a solid proof that when the public and private sectors collaborate to address community needs, the results are nothing short of spectacular.
OECD bid looks far off
Oped, Editorial, Published on 16/04/2026
» When Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul declared in parliament last week that Thailand must become a member of the OECD, his statement reflected both ambition and urgency.
Control and fear inside the clergy
Editorial, Published on 12/04/2026
» Silence in the Sangha -- the official institution of Buddhist monks -- is often mistaken for virtue. In reality, it is driven by manipulation and a culture of fear.
Unchartered territory
News, Editorial, Published on 11/04/2026
» It's clear that Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has deliberately omitted any mention of rewriting the charter from his policy statement. Such a decision, while not a surprise, is totally unacceptable.
Clean Air Bill unites rivals
Oped, Editorial, Published on 10/04/2026
» It is encouraging news that opposition parties -- political rivals who rarely see eye to eye -- have launched a campaign this week to push for clean air legislation. This move comes after the former Clean Air Bill was killed off in its final reading last week by lawmakers led by the Bhumjaithai Party (BJT), which controls the Lower House.
Policy debate a litmus test
Oped, Editorial, Published on 09/04/2026
» A major showdown looks set to take place between the government and the opposition as Parliament begins its policy debate later today.
Isoc role under scrutiny
Oped, Editorial, Published on 08/04/2026
» The shooting of Kamolsak Leewama, a list-MP from the Prachachart Party in Narathiwat on March 20, is not just an ordinary criminal case nor political revenge, as the media has widely speculated. Police investigations have revealed shocking evidence linking the gunmen to a national security office operating in the deep South.
Fairness key during crisis
News, Editorial, Published on 06/04/2026
» Surging oil prices driven by war in the Middle East are forcing our new government to act more to rein in oil prices and pacify public anger directed at oil refineries.
Cancer Bill raises hopes
News, Editorial, Published on 04/04/2026
» The Ministry of Public Health is making the right move in drafting the Cancer Bill. The legislation raises hopes for improved access to treatment, stronger prevention, and greater equity in medical resources, as the country faces a growing cancer burden and mounting healthcare costs.