Of all the countries seemingly turning inward to cope with the doldrums besetting the globe, Thailand, in the opinion of this writer, is one that will not benefit from such a strategy. It could even find itself at a loss by seeking to counter turmoil with nationalistic fervour.
The spark for this piece was this week’s news that Thailand’s school curriculum is being revised to place greater focus on Thai language, civic studies and Thai history, including increased support for Thai students in international schools to learn their mother-tongue.
