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B8.8bn HR fund plan promoted

The government is establishing an 8.8-billion-baht fund for human resources development in higher education, focusing on advanced technology.

The Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation Policy Council chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Don Pramudwinai last Thursday approved the establishment of the fund, mainly to supply targeted S-curve industries.

The government’s 12 targeted S-curve industries comprise cars; smart electronics; affluent, medical and wellness tourism; agriculture and biotechnology; food; robotics for industry; logistics and aviation; biofuels and biochemicals; digital; medical services; defence; and education development.

According to Mr Don, the fund also aims to create academic excellence among higher education institutes.

Sirirurg Songsivilai, permanent higher education, science, research and innovation secretary, said the ministry plans…

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