The Deputy Labour Minister visited and encouraged over 800 people and workers in Khon Kaen. She also acknowledged problems, obstacles, and needs of the people in the area and is ready to continue to develop skills for workers to have a career and generate sustainable income.
On August 29, 2020, Deputy Labour Minister Prof. Narumol Pinyosinwat, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives Capt. Thammanat Prompao, Assistant Secretariat to the Labour Minister Mr. Pakin Sommitthanakun, and the Ministry of Labour’s executives met with over 800 people and workers to give words of encouragement. They acknowledged problems, obstacles, and needs of the people in the area, especially the need for skill development. The occasion took place at Nong Ruea District Office in Khon Kaen.
The Deputy Labour Minister said that the government under the leadership of Prime Minister General Prayuth Chan-ocha and Deputy Prime Minister General Prawit Wongsuwan had given importance to welfare matters especially providing access to necessities to reduce social disparities. This is in line with the national development strategy guideline. The focus is also to promote opportunities to develop professional skills to have a job and earn income. The Ministry of Labour, by the Department of Skill Development, will work with all departments to prepare the workforce for both formal and informal workers and agricultural workers waiting for the harvest season. This will enable them to have opportunities for additional occupation or self-employment, to generate income to take care of themselves, and their families.
“Meeting people and workers today has made me aware of the problems, obstacles, and the need for government assistance. The comments and suggestions will be useful for planning the Ministry of Labour’s operation to truly respond to the needs of the public sector. It will also enhance the country’s competitiveness,” concluded the Deputy Labour Minister.
For workers who want to develop their skills to meet the labour markets needs, including developing their skills and professional skills, they can contact to apply for training at the Department of Skill Development, which exists in every province. Those interested can also follow the Department of Skill Development’s Facebook page or call the Ministry of Labour’s hotline on 1506, press 4.
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Division of Public Relations
29 August 2020
