Burapha University And Mahidol University May Be Privatized

[Jai Dee]

NLA to consider Bill to privatize Burapha University and Mahidol University

The National Legislative Assembly (NLA) is preparing to consider a Bill to privatize Burapha University and Mahidol University this afternoon.

The NLA meeting will start at 13.30 hours today and the key agenda for this meeting is to consider a Bill to privatize Burapha University and Mahidol University. The two universities will be used as prototype of the university-privatization.

The number of university students have opposed against the government’s plans, adding that some of them will propose the government to suspend the matter.

The NLA meeting will also follow up the designation of standing committee to study two-three digit lotteries.

Source: Thai National News Bureau Public Relations Department - 20 December 2006

[Jai Dee]

PM: university privatization depends on voluntary base

Prime Minister Surayud Chulanont stated that university privatization depends on one's own university will.

The premier chaired a discussion “the Future of University under the Government’s Supervision” at King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL). The purpose of this discussion is to create understanding among relevant agencies in preparation for the development in the future.

The premier said that the development always occurs; therefore, it is necessary for people and officials to adjust themselves following the improvement. He confirmed that he has allowed all agencies to take part in the privatization of universities.

As for some universities that are not ready for the privatization, he said that they can submit their letters to him.

Source: Thai National News Bureau Public Relations Department - 22 December 2006