Thailand is committed to linguistic diversity and making sure minority language learners are not left out of the national education system, a senior Education Ministry official said. "Our nation is home to 72 unique ethno-lingusitic groups -- a wealth of diversity that is among our national treasures," deputy permanent secretary for education, Watanaporn Ra-Ngubtook said this week. Ms Watanaporn said the government recognises cultural and linguistic diversity as cornerstones of national development and had put in place steps to safeguard them. "Recognising the different linguistic and cultural backgrounds among our people, the Thai government has worked hard to protect and promote this cultural diversity," she said. Unesco's Bangkok director, Maki Hayakishiwa, said millions of primary school-aged children are not learning the basics.

Source: Bangkok Post February 22, 2018 23:15 UTC