Bangkok: The Cabinet has given its approval in principle to the draft National Action Plan for the Prevention and Resolution of Teenage Pregnancy for the years 2017-2027.
According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Sasikarn Wattanachan, Deputy Government Spokesperson, stated that the approval aligns with the Prevention and Resolution of Teenage Pregnancy Act B.E. 2559. This initiative, proposed by the Committee on Prevention and Resolution of Teenage Pregnancy, aims to adjust targets to better suit current operations and situations. The plan includes setting a target live birth rate for girls aged 10-14 years at no more than 0.5 per 1,000 female population, and for girls aged 15-19 years at no more than 15 per 1,000 female population.
Further measures involve modifying the names of five development issues and incorporating additional network agencies. The plan also proposes reducing the number of target indicators from 32 to 22, to streamline the focus on developmental issues. Relevant agencies have agreed to these adjustments and will consider any additional opinions for further action.