A recent study of Thailand’s Khon Kaen University suggests that a ‘culture of corruption’ is rife in the country’s education system, as more officials and school directors are taking advantage of their positions to appropriate state funds.
Bangkok (VNA) - A recent study of Thailand’s KhonKaen University suggests that a ‘culture of corruption’ is rife in thecountry’s education system, as more officials and school directors are takingadvantage of their positions to appropriate state funds.
The study was conducted by Associate Professor PornamarinPromgrid of the university in three northeastern provinces of Kalasin, KhonKaen, and Maha Sarakham between 2017 and 2018.
The author said the acts of corruption range from theembezzling of state funds, colluding to mark up prices of educational andschool construction materials, as well as demanding bribes from parents whowant their children to be enrolled in a particular school.
He said the amount of money skimmed from the budgets forupgrading school facilities is a cause for concern, with about 30 percent ofthe total budget lost through irresponsible officials and school directors.
He noted his study is based on in-depth interviews withpeople who are familiar with the matter, noting that the extent of corruptionis "seriously worrying".
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