Prasert Outlines Plan to Revive Thailand’s Education Future

Deputy Prime Minister Prasert Jantararuangtong on May 7, 2026, outlined a plan to revive Thailand’s education system, setting out policy priorities in a Matichon Online report with implications for schools and skills development across the country, including Phuket. The plan centers on improving education quality and preparing students for future economic and technological change.

He presented the strategy as a forward-looking push to strengthen Thai education through clearer direction and long-term reform. The report framed the initiative as an effort to reshape the sector’s future rather than a narrow administrative adjustment.

Policy focus targets quality, skills and future readiness

The education plan highlighted the need to raise standards and better match learning outcomes with changing demands in society and the economy. That includes a stronger emphasis on equipping students with practical skills needed for the future.

The broad direction also pointed to reform that links education more closely with national development goals. Officials indicated the approach is intended to help the system adapt to rapid technological change.

The Matichon Online report did not provide detailed budget figures, fee amounts or implementation timelines in the source material provided. It identified Prasert as setting out the plan on May 7, 2026, under the theme of reviving the future of Thai education.

Source: https://www.matichon.co.th/clips/news_5708696