Ministry of Education Prepares to Appoint New C11 Official

According to a report by Matichon Online on August 5, 2026, Minister of Education Prasert Chantararuangthong has confirmed that the ministry is in the process of selecting a new C11-level official. The Minister indicated a preference for promoting an internal candidate to fill the high-ranking position.

To ensure the integrity of the appointment, the ministry is currently conducting thorough background checks on candidates across four key administrative pillars. While the Minister acknowledged the ongoing selection process, he declined to comment on potential reshuffles or rotations of other high-level executives within the ministry at this time.

For residents and expatriates in Thailand, this development is primarily an internal administrative matter. However, changes in top-level leadership at the Ministry of Education can sometimes signal shifts in educational policy or administrative priorities that may eventually impact international schools, language programs, or educational regulations.

At this stage, the specific identity of the appointee remains unconfirmed, as does the final timeline for the official announcement. The public and stakeholders are awaiting further updates as the background verification process concludes.