Watch live the forum “Education Policy Debate 2026: Why Study? Reforming Thai Education to Reclaim the Future” as six political party representatives join to seek answers about the future of Thai education through Thairath Newsroom Special.
On 16 January 2026, amid low birth rates and the trap of intergenerational poverty, the claim of “free education” is untrue. Poor families pay tens of thousands of baht annually, struggling to send their children to school, yet education is lagging behind global trends.
Join the search for answers about Thai education with six political parties ahead of election day at this forum. “Education Policy Debate 2026: Why Study? Reforming Thai Education to Reclaim the Future” Featuring Dr. Theerapa Pairohkul from Pheu Thai Party, Dr. Kardi Liewpairon from the Democrat Party, Dr. Ratchada Thanadirek from Bhumjaithai Party, Dr. Jenjira Rattanapian from Kla Tham Party, Mr. Parit Watcharasindu from Prachachon Party, and Mr. Worawit Kampu Na Ayudhya from Thai Kao Mai Party.
Tune in to Thairath Newsroom Special on 16 Jan 2026 | 13:30 - 16:00 GMT+7.