Mr. Phumipat Mueanchan, the Ministry of Labour’s Spokesperson, revealed that Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, sent his best wishes to fellow workers in the formal sector and independent workers on the occasion of the Thai New Year or Songkran Day 2025. During this year’s festival, the Ministry of Labour has requested the cooperation of employers to allow their employees to take a break from work and stressed that drivers must not work over 8 hours per day, must not do more than 2 hours overtime and must have a 10-hour break between shifts, for the safety of the driver and all passengers. The Ministry of Labour will provide free vehicle inspections from April 11-17, 2025, at roadside service points under the concept of DSD Good Driving Before Traveling. They will distribute drinking water and safety stickers with the “Fill Your Heart, Safety on Every Route” activity and facilitate insured persons who are in an emergency to seek free treatment at the nearest hospital within 72 hours by using only their national ID card, linked to their social security benefits. The Ministry of Labour will also allow foreign workers from […]
On April 3, 2025, Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, revealed that from the earthquake on March 28 and the building collapse that caused injuries and deaths, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, gave great importance and took immediate action. He instructed the establishment of a war room to help workers within 1 hour after the incident broke out nationwide. Currently, as of April 2, 2025, the Ministry of Labour has assisted by paying compensation to 22 affected people through social security benefits, totaling 17,388,375 Baht, divided into 850,000 Baht for funeral expenses, 15,568,392 Baht for compensation in the event of death, and 969,983 Baht for old age pensions. Currently, documents are being collected from dependents who are entitled to the compensation. Mr. Boonsong added that in the case of the collapsed building, a total of 96 people were affected, comprising nine injured people, 2 of whom were Thai workers, six foreign workers, 1 of whom was unknown and nationality unknown, 15 dead people, 10 of whom were Thai, three foreign workers, 2 of whom were unknown and nationality unknown, and 72 people are still missing and under […]
March 31, 2025 – Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, visited the Joint Command Center at the new office building of the Office of the Auditor General to monitor the situation and establish the “Coordination and Assistance Center for Workers Affected by the Earthquake.” The center aims to provide urgent support for all workers, both Thai and foreign. Accompanying the minister were Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Labour; Mr. Samat Patamasukhon and Mr. Santi Nantasuawan, Deputy Permanent Secretaries; Mr. Somchai Morakotsriwan, Director-General of the Department of Employment; Mr. Decha Prukpattanarak, Director-General of the Department of Skill Development; Captain Saroj Komkai, Director-General of the Department of Labour Protection and Welfare; Ms. Marasri Jairangsee, Secretary-General of the Social Security Office; and Ms. Kanjana Phulkaew, Inspector-General of the Ministry of Labour, along with other senior officials. The center integrates cooperation from agencies under the Ministry of Labour, including: Department of Labour Protection and Welfare: Providing consultations on labour rights, outstanding wages, compensation, and other benefits. Social Security Office: Verifying entitlements and processing financial assistance claims for insured workers. Department of Employment: Coordinating with insurance companies and liaising with home […]
On March 23, 2025, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, chaired the closing ceremony of the 30th National Skills Competition and the 10th National Skills Competition for the Disabled. He emphasized Thailand’s need to develop “human skills” to keep up with global technology and to be an important driving force in raising the country’s competitiveness. Mr. Phuchong Worasri, assigned to the Office of the Prime Minister and currently serving at the Ministry of Labour, Air Chief Marshal Athikun Kongmee, Advisor to the Minister on Illegal Worker Management, Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Samat Pattamasukon, the Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Santi Nantasuwan, Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Pichet Thongphan, Inspector-General of the Ministry of Labour, Mr. Krirkkrai Nasomyont, the Department of Labour Protection and Welfare’s Inspector-General and Acting Legal Advisor, along with executives from the Ministry of Labour, joined the occasion. Mr. Decha Pruksapatnarak, Director-General of the Department of Skill Development, gave a report to the closing ceremony participants and over a thousand people watching the competition at the Phoenix Hall, Impact Muang Thong Thani Exhibition and Convention Center, Nonthaburi Province. Mr. Phiphat said […]
On March 22, 2025, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, assigned Mr. Aree Krainara, the Secretariat to the Labour Minister, to chair the opening ceremony of the 30th National Skills Competition and the 10th National Skills Competition for the Disabled. Ms. Bubpha Rueangsud, the Department of Employment’s Director-General, Mr. Samat Pattamasukon, the Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Krirkkrai Nasomyont, the Department of Labour Protection and Welfare’s Inspector-General and Acting Legal Advisor, and executives of the Ministry of Labour joined in the ceremony. Mr. Decha Pruksapatnarak, Director-General of the Department of Skill Development, reported to the Phoenix Room, Impact Exhibition and Convention Center, Muang Thong Thani, Nonthaburi Province. Mr. Aree Krainara, the Secretariat to the Labour Minister, gave a speech after the competition. He said that the National Skills Competition and the National Skills Competition for the Disabled are missions of the Department of Skill Development under the Ministry of Labour. The competition is organized as a platform for Thai and foreign participants to showcase their skills. The 30th National Skills Competition is a platform to select youths to represent the Thai national team to participate in the 14th ASEAN […]
On March 14, 2025, the Ministry of Labour, through the Department of Employment, is moving forward to create employment opportunities for people in Songkhla Province, the economic center of the South. It has collaborated with business operators and the Prince of Songkla University to organize the “JOB FAIR 2025 @Songkhla” event. Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, presided over the opening ceremony. The event was attended by Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Somchai Maruksriwan, Director-General of the Department of Employment and the Ministry of Labour’s executives, along with Mr. Jirawat Maneechote, Deputy Governor of Songkhla Province, Asst. Prof. Dr. Niwat Kaewpradab, President of Prince of Songkla University, Mr. Kobchai Wongwaiyut, Songkhla Provincial Employment Officer, and heads of government agencies under the Ministry of Labour in Songkhla at the 60th Anniversary of His Majesty the King’s Accession to the Throne International Convention Center, Prince of Songkla University, Hat Yai Campus. Mr. Phiphat said that Songkhla Province is an important strategic area of the South. With special economic zones, it has the highest value of border trade in […]
On March 6, 2025, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, spoke about the progress of the discussion on merging social security and gold card rights. On March 12, the Ministry of Finance will host a conversation with three parties (the Comptroller General’s Department, the Social Security Office, and the NHSO) to consider the possibility of adjusting the system to allow people to access services faster and with the highest quality. He confirmed that foreign workers in the social security system under Section 33 will have the same medical treatment rights as the Thai people. In the case of foreign workers crossing the border to seek treatment, it is a matter of human rights. Thai doctors provide treatment according to ethics. However, the state currently has to bear the burden of over 1,000 million Baht per year. Regarding the preparation to appoint a new medical committee of the Social Security Office, the old board’s term ends on February 27 and is in the process of recruiting medical experts. It has been confirmed that labour representatives will have three seats on the new committee, and the appointment is expected to be completed […]
The TAT Governor, Cherry Khemupsorn, and Mint Archporn won awards along with 30 outstanding working women, honouring the role of women in driving the economy, workforce, and society. The Ministry of Labour pushes for 120-day maternity leave rights and the opening of a female worker advisory center. On February 21, 2025, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, gave a press conference, presenting the award for “Outstanding Working Women on International Women’s Day 2025.” Mr. Siraphop Duangsodsri, Assistant to the Labour Minister, Mr. Aree Krainara, the Secretariat to the Labour Minister, Mr. Phuchong Worasri, assigned to the Office of the Prime Minister and currently serving at the Ministry of Labour, Lieutenant Commander Saroj Khomkhai, the Director-General of the Department of Labour Protection and Welfare, Mr. Phumipat Mueanchan, the Ministry of Labour’s Spokesperson, Ms. Bubpha Rueangsud, the Department of Employment’s Director-General, and the Ministry of Labour’s executives, joined the occasion. The event was organized by the Department of Labour Protection and Welfare, which selected 30 outstanding working women of the year. The women included role models from various fields, selected as inspiration for women workers nationwide. The awards honoured exceptional women in […]
On February 20, 2025, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, chaired the seminar opening on benefits from the Labour Skill Development Fund. Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Samat Pattamasukon, the Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour, and Mr. Santi Nantasuwan, the Ministry of Labour’s Inspector-General and Acting Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour, also joined the event. Mr. Decha Phrukphatthanarak, the Director-General of the Department of Skill Development, gave a report. In addition, executives from the Ministry of Labour and officials from business establishments in the Bangkok area joined the ceremony at the Grand Ballroom, 3rd floor, Bangkok Palace Hotel, Bangkok. Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, said that the Ministry of Labour, through the Department of Skill Development, is hosting a seminar on benefits from the Skill Development Fund to advise businesses to recognize the importance and comply with the Skill Development Promotion Act and to fully utilize the benefits from the Skill Development Fund. In addition, it supports business establishments in prioritizing employee skill development in accordance with the Skill Development Promotion Act to increase business capabilities, enabling them to reduce costs, increase production and service […]
Songkhla, February 17, 2025, at 15.00 hours – In a commitment to creating new standards in labour management, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, joined the delegation of Ms. Paetongtarn Shinawatra, Prime Minister, and a team of senior executives. Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Somchai Maruksriwan, Director-General of the Department of Employment, Mr. Decha Phrukphatthanarak, the Director-General of the Department of Skill Development, Lieutenant Commander Saroj Khomkhai, the Director-General of the Department of Labour Protection and Welfare, Mrs. Marasri Jairangsi, the Secretary-General of the Social Security Office, Mr. Nantachai Panyasurarit, the Director of the Thailand Institute of Occupational Safety And Health, Mr. Pichet Thongphan, the Ministry of Labour’s Inspector-General, the Ministry of Labour’s executives, and Mr. Chotinrin Koetsom, the Governor of Songkhla Province, gathered at Thai Union Seafood Co., Ltd. in Wat Khanun Subdistrict, Singhanakhon District, Songkhla Province. A Model Factory for Legal Worker Care Mr. Phiphat said, “My team and I are committed to raising labour standards by implementing Good Labour Practices (GLP) in every step of labour management. Thai Union Seafood has […]
On February 12, 2025, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, met with the Association Française Nuad Thai & Spa (AFNTS), an organization that promotes and elevates the standards of Thai massage and spas in France, along with Mr. Saran Charoensuwan, Ambassador to Paris, France, Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Sakdinart Sonthisakyotin, Assistant to the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Peerapol Peeranon, Advisor (responsible for Consular Affairs). Ms. Sasima Park, President of the Association Française Nuad Thai & Spa, and executives welcomed the delegation at Baan Thai Spa in Paris, France. Mr. Phiphat said that Working as a masseuse in France requires strict compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Although France does not have a specific massage license, having a Thai labour standard certificate or passing an accepted training program will be very beneficial. It will increase credibility and job opportunities abroad, including in France. For the shortage of masseuses in France, he asked to inform specific needs to the Department of Employment through the embassy so that it could find personnel and send information for training in work skills and specific languages that could be used […]
On February 9, 2025, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, assigned Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Sakdinart Sonthisakyotin, Assistant to the Permanent Secretary of Labour, and the Ministry of Labour’s executives, to join the delegation with Mr. Maris Sngiampong, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Ms. Orna Sagiv, Ambassador of Israel to Thailand, to welcome the five Thai hostages who were released from Israel. The released Thai hostages returned to Thailand today at 07.35 hours on Emirates flight EK 374. The parents, relatives, and families of the workers were waiting to warmly welcome them back home amidst media representatives covering the news at Gate 10, Arrivals Terminal, Suvarnabhumi Airport. Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, revealed that today, he, along with the Ministry of Labour’s executives, were assigned by Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, to welcome the five Thai hostages who were released from Israel back to Thailand. The five Thais included Mr. Watchara Sri-uan from Udon Thani Province, Mr. Phongsak Tanna from Buriram Province, Mr. Sathien Suwannakam from Nong Bua Lamphu Province, Mr. Surasak Lamnao from Udon Thani Province, and Mr. Bannawat Sae […]
On January 30, 2025, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, spoke about the progress of 5 Thai workers released from hostage by Hamas in Israel. He said that he received a report from the Minister Counselor (on Labour) at the Royal Thai Embassy in Tel Aviv. At 13.00 hours. Israeli time, the Royal Thai Embassy in Tel Aviv released the names of the five Thai workers who were released in Khan Younis, as follows: 1) Mr. Watchara Sri-uan, 32 years old, native of Udon Thani Province; 2) Mr. Phongsak Tanna, 35 years old, native of Buriram Province; 3) Mr. Sathien Suwannakam, 34 years old, native of Nong Bua Lamphu Province; 4) Mr. Surasak Lamnao, 30 years old, native of Udon Thani Province; and 5) Mr. Bannawat Sae Tao, native of Nan Province. All of the workers have undergone initial medical assessments. All are safe, and their mental health is good. They can communicate normally and are currently en route to Shamir Medical Center (Assaf Harofe). The Israeli authorities have requested that they stay for at least seven days. Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, spoke about the benefits […]
On December 22, 2024, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, paid a visit to the “Repair, Create, and Happiness” Center by the Department of Business Development,” which supported the people and workers affected by the recent flooding in Songkhla Province. Mr. Pairoj Chotikasathien, Chairman of the Advisory Board to the Minister of Labour, Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Santi Nantasuwan, the Ministry of Labour’s Inspector-General, and the Ministry of Labour’s executives joined the occasion. Mr. Decha Phrukphatthanarak, the Director-General of the Department of Skill Development, reported the objectives of establishing the “Repair, Create, and Happiness Center.” Mr. Chotinrin Koetsom, Governor of Songkhla Province, gave a welcome speech and reported on the disaster-affected areas of Songkhla Province. Civil servants and officials from the Ministry of Labour in Songkhla Province joined in giving a welcome at Paisarn Electronics, Hat Yai Branch (Khlong Wa), Hat Yai District, Songkhla Province. After the visit, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, said that he was pleased to visit Songkhla Province and have the opportunity to meet and give encouragement to the people during this difficult time. He assigned the Department of Skill […]
On November 17, 2024, the Labour Minister, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, assigned the Assistant to the Labour Minister, Mr. Siraphop Duangsodsri, to chair the announcement ceremony and present awards for the final round of the Toyota Customer Service Skills Competition 2024. The Ministry of Labour’s Inspector-General and Acting Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Samaphat Pattamasukon, the Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour and Acting Director-General of the Department of Skill Development, Mr. Decha Phrukphatthanarak, the Ministry of Labour’s executives, the Deputy Governor of Chachoengsao Province, Mr. Prasit Intachoti, and heads of government agencies under the Ministry of Labour in Chachoengsao Province joined in the event. The President of Toyota Motor Thailand Co., Ltd., Mr. Noriaki Yamashita, and executives welcomed the guests at the Toyota Education and Training Center, Suwinthawong Road, Mueang Chachoengsao District, Chachoengsao Province. The Assistant to the Labour Minister, Mr. Siraphop Duangsodsri, said that today (November 17, 2024), the Labour Minister, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, assigned him to chair the announcement and award ceremony of the Toyota Customer Service Skills Competition, Final Round, 2024. He commended Toyota Motor Thailand Co., Ltd., a […]
On November 12, 2024, at 16.00 hours, the Labour Minister, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, and the Ministry of Labour’s Inspector-General, Ms. Bunyawee Khaiphan welcomed Her Royal Highness Princess Ubolratana Rajakanya Sirivadhana Barnavadi who presided over the meeting of the Steering Committee of the Campaign Project to Prevent and Solve Drug Problems TO BE NUMBER ONE for the fiscal year 2025. The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, the Minister of Public Health, Mr. Somsak Thepsuthin, and executives of ministries and related agencies welcomed Her Royal Highness. They joined the meeting at the Office of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Public Health, Nonthaburi Province. The said meeting has been held annually since 2004. The purpose of this meeting is to allow all agencies involved in the project to report their performance in 2024, policies, and operational plans for 2025 and to enable committees from all sectors to be aware of the operational guidelines and implement them in accordance with Royal initiatives and intentions, to integrate cooperation in project implementation for maximum efficiency, and to exchange operational experiences that will lead […]
