On July 12, 2024, at 13.30 hours, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Pairoj Chotikasathien, chaired the Working Group Promoting Career Guidance for Students Meeting No. 1/2024. The Department of Employment’s Director-General, Mr. Somchai Morakotsriwan, the Department of Employment’s Deputy Director-General, Mr. Mongkol Songkhram, Chamber of Commerce and Board of Trade of Thailand Committee Member, Dr. Suraphong Paoklang and relevant agencies attended the meeting at the Tian Atchakul conference room, 10th floor, Department of Employment.
On July 9, 2024, at 13.30 hours, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Pairoj Chotikasathien, assigned the Ministry of Labour’s Inspector-Generals, Mr. Samat Pattamasukon, to chair the opening of the first meeting of the Project Advisory Committee (PAC) for Migrant Advocacy for Rights. The Director of the International Labour Office for Thailand, Cambodia, and the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Ms. Xiaoyan Qian, gave a welcome speech. Meeting participants and officials of relevant agencies joined in the welcome at the Duangkamon Room, 2nd floor, The Sukosol Hotel, Bangkok. Mr. Samat said that the Migrant Advocacy for Rights (MARs) project is an academic cooperation project of the International Labour Organization, funded by the United States government. It has a three-year implementation period from September 2023 to September 2026. The project aims to raise awareness of the rights of migrant workers in the agricultural and informal manufacturing sectors both inside and outside Thailand’s special economic zones. The project’s guidelines are to create awareness among migrant workers about their rights to form unions and join as members of unions and labor networks, using a strategy that […]
On July 4, 2024, at 13.30 hours, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Pairoj Chotikasathien, chaired the opening ceremony of the first Committee Meeting to Drive the Implementation of the Project on the Automotive Industry’s Supply Chain (Thailand). The Director of the International Labour Office for Thailand, Cambodia & the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Ms. Xiaoyan Qian, gave a welcome address and an overview of the project. The Ministry of Labour’s Inspector-General, Mr. Samat Pattamasukon, along with the Ministry of Labour’s senior executives, attended the occasion at the Duangkamon Room, 2nd floor, The Sukosol Hotel, Bangkok. Mr. Pairoj said that the Ministry of Labour recognizes the importance of workers’ production rights and skill development in the supply chain. It is a crucial mission under the Ministry of Labour’s duties and policy. The automotive sector is vital as Thailand is the leader in automotive production and export in the ASEAN region; it is ranked 10th in the world. The impact of COVID-19 has highlighted the need for governments to promote resilient, inclusive, and sustainable supply chains, with a focus on worker rights and […]
The Ministry of Labour’s Spokesperson, Mr. Phumiphat Mueanchan, revealed that the Labour Minister, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, received a report that the flood in Phuket has now resolved to normal. Phuket has 13,420 establishments and approximately 166,536 insured employees. The Phuket Labour Office worked together with the provincial administration, local leaders, volunteers, and the public to support activities to help restore and help victims in flooded areas and take care of people at temporary shelters (worker camps) to alleviate the suffering of people in the area. The Ministry of Labour’s Spokesperson said that the Labour Minister had instructed the Ministry of Labour’s agencies in Phuket to work together to expedite damage surveys at establishments and affected employers/employees, to inspect the safety in establishments after the water recedes, to help repair work equipment and tools and coordinate assistance with the restoration of damaged buildings and compensation funds with the province. The agencies were also instructed to consider the payment of social security compensation or funds if the conditions according to the insured persons’ eligibility are met, together with other benefits. In addition, the Labour Minister expressed his concern to the people of […]
On June 25, 2024, at 09.30 hours, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Pairoj Chotikasathien, chaired the opening ceremony of the 13th workshop on preparing salary structures in the private sector. The Director of the Wage Commission Office, Ms. Tuangsap Chaweerat, gave a report. The occasion took place at the Panyapiwat Institute of Management, Pak Kret District, Nonthaburi Province. Mr. Pairoj said that the role of the wage committee is to set the minimum wage rate and the wage rate according to skill standards. It also has the authority to set guidelines for considering wage adjustments based on the economic and social conditions of employers. The Wage Committee has guidelines to encourage business establishments to create their salary structure to adjust wages for employees based on their knowledge, abilities, and responsibilities. The Wage Committee recognizes that wage, salary, and compensation management are essential matters for every organization and determines the salary structure to be in line with the organization’s policies. It is the primary mission of any organization, whether small or large. A good salary structure will allow employers to control labour […]
On June 21, 2024, the Labour Minister, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, paid a visit to give encouragement and advice to 241 Thai workers receiving training before traveling to work in Taiwan and Japan. The Assistant to the Labour Minister, Mr. Siraphop Duangsodsri, the Secretariat to the Labour Minister, Mr. Aree Krainara, from the Prime Minister’s Secretariat’s Office, performing duties for the Ministry of Labour, Mr. Phuchong Worasri, and the Ministry of Labour’s Inspector-General Ms. Bunyawee Khaipan joined in the visit to give encouragement. The Department of Employment’s Deputy Director-General, Mr. Mongkol Songkhram, gave a report. The Ministry of Labour’s executives and trainees attended the ceremony in the meeting room on the 5th floor of the Ministry of Labour. The Labour Minister, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, said that many Thai people like to travel abroad to work as the compensation is higher compared to Thailand. If workers are patient and determined to work, when the employment contract is completed, they will have income, savings, and experience working abroad, which will improve their quality of life. Before traveling to work abroad, there must be training to prepare and equip Thai workers with the knowledge […]
On June 18, 2024, at 13.30 hours, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Pairoj Chotikasathien, assigned the Ministry of Labour’s Inspector-General, Mr. Nantachai Panyasurarit, to attend the Executive Subcommittee Meeting for the 36th National Occupational Health and Safety Fair, 2024, No. 2/2024. Chairman of the Subcommittee, Mr. Nikhom Kasempura, chaired the meeting, and relevant parties joined and checked the readiness for organizing the event at the Phoenix Room, IMPACT Exhibition Center, Building 11-12, IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Center, Muang Thong Thani, Nonthaburi Province. The 36th National Occupational Safety and Health Fair is scheduled to be held from June 19 to 21, 2024, at the IMPACT Muang Thong Thani Exhibition and Convention Center, Halls 11-12. The objective is to be a center of exchange for academic knowledge and safety experiences. The event includes various activities, including academic seminars, safety exhibitions, and demonstrations.
On June 14, 2024, the Labour Minister, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, assigned the Secretariat to the Labour Minister, Mr. Aree Krainara, to pay a visit to give encouragement and advice to 305 Thai workers who received training before traveling to work in Taiwan and Japan. The Ministry of Labour’s Inspector-General, Mrs. Marasri Jairangsi, participated in the visit to give encouragement. The Department of Employment’s Deputy Director-General, Mr. Sibmuenchai Phothisin, gave a report. The Ministry of Labour’s executives and trainees attended the ceremony in the conference room on the 5th floor of the Ministry of Labour. The Secretariat to the Labour Minister, Mr. Aree Krainara, said that working abroad legally creates opportunities for Thai workers to gain experience, have a stable income, and improve their quality of life. Before traveling to work abroad, there must be training for the Thai workers to equip them with knowledge and understanding so that they know the terms and conditions of the employment contract, employment conditions, customs, cultures, and traditions, as well as the channels for requesting help. Workers will understand their entitlements and protection according to the law, which will enable them to work with […]
On June 10, 2024, at 13.30 hours, the Labour Minister, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, chaired the meeting to prepare for driving operations in alignment with government policy regarding the minimum wage of 400 Baht. The Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Pairoj Chotikasathien, the Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Wannarat Srisuksai, the Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Decha Phruekpattanarak, and the Ministry of Labour’s senior executives attended the meeting via Zoom Cloud Meetings and at the Prasong Rananant meeting room, 5th floor, Ministry of Labour. Mr. Phiphat said that the government, led by Prime Minister Mr. Srettha Thavisin, has a policy and goal to adjust the minimum wage to 400 Baht nationwide within 2024. The Cabinet passed a resolution on May 14, 2024, acknowledging the progress report on setting the minimum wage rate of 400 Baht equally throughout the nation. The Ministry of Labour issued an order at the Ministry of Labour’s Executive Meeting No. 3/2024 on May 8, 2024, at the Prof. Nikom Chantravitun Meeting Room, 5th floor, Ministry of Labour, for Provincial Labour Offices to discuss with the Provincial Chamber of Commerce and the Provincial Industrial Council to […]
On June 6, 2024, at 13.30 hours, the Labour Minister, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, welcomed the Chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission, Ms. Supattra Nakaphiw, and the committee, on the occasion of a meeting to discuss joint operations with the Ministry of Labour. The Secretariat to the Labour Minister, Mr. Aree Krainara, from the Prime Minister’s Secretariat’s Office, performing duties for the Ministry of Labour, Mr. Phuchong Worasri, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Pairoj Chotikasathien, the Social Security Office’s Secretary-General, Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, the Department of Employment’s Director-General, Mr. Somchai Morakotsriwan, and the Ministry of Labour’s executives joined the occasion at the Chatumongkol Room, 6th floor, Ministry of Labour. +++++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations
On June 5, 2024, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Pairoj Chotikasathien, joined the ceremony to present policies and release a line of officials inspecting the work of migrant workers for the 2024 fiscal year at the Phra Phuttha Sutthithambophit area at the Ministry of Labour’s building. The Labour Minister, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, chaired the ceremony. The Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Decha Phruekpattanarak, the Ministry of Labour’s Inspector-Generals, Mr. Nantachai Panyasurarit, Mr. Samat Pattamasukon, Mr. Sompot Kwangkaew, Ms. Bunyawee Khaipan, Mrs. Marasri Jairangsi, Mr. Santi Nantasuwan, the Assistant to the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Sakdinart Sonthisakyotin, the Ministry of Labour’s executives, representatives from the Immigration Bureau, Tourist Police Headquarters, Human Trafficking Suppression Division, and the Bangkok Internal Security Operations Command also joined in honour of the ceremony. The relevant agencies participating in the ceremony included the Department of Employment, whereby 85 officials of the Central Employment Registration and Workers Protection Division, the Metropolitan Provincial Employment Office, the Bangkok Employment Offices, Areas 1 – 10, and 45 officers from the Immigration Office, the Tourist Police Headquarters, the Human Trafficking Suppression Division and the Internal Security Operations […]
On June 4, 2024, at 13.30 hours, the Labour Minister, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, attended the press conference to commence the Ignite Tourism Thailand: TAT Skill Factory event, organized by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, the Ministry of Labor and the Federation of Thai Industries. The Minister of Tourism and Sports, Mr. Sermsak Phongpanich, the Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand, Ms. Thapanee Kiatpaiboon, and honoured guests joined in the welcome at Thanarat Hall, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Office Building, New Petchaburi Road, Ratchathewi District, Bangkok. The Labour Minister, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, said that the Ministry of Labour is very pleased that TAT places importance on the development and upgrading of service sector workers. This is in line with the intention of the Ministry of Labour, which has a policy aimed at improving the quality of life of workers in tourist provinces by adjusting wages appropriately. Initially, the goal is to increase the minimum wage to 400 Baht per day, and the Ignite Tourism Thailand: TAT Skill Factory project is considered a part of preparing and directly developing […]
On May 27, 2024, at 13.30 hours, the Deputy Permanent Secretaries of Labour, Mr. Wannarat Srisuksai, chaired the National Cooperation Conference to Eliminate Worst Forms of Child Labour No. 1/2024. The occasion took place at the Prof. Nikom Chantravitun Meeting Room, 5th floor, Department of Labour Protection and Welfare. The meeting considered the guidelines for driving operations to eliminate the worst forms of child labour according to the recommendations of the Department of Labour from the United States from the (draft) report on the situation to eliminate child labour in the 2023 fiscal year. +++++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations 27 May 2024
On May 24, 2024, at 09.00 hours, the Labour Minister, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, presided over an address to 126 Thai workers who will travel to work in Taiwan and Japan. The Secretariat to the Labour Minister, Mr. Aree Krainara, from the Prime Minister’s Secretariat’s Office, Mr. Phuchong Worasri, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Pairoj Chotikasathien, and the Ministry of Labour’s executives joined the occasion at the Ministry of Labour’s meeting room, 5th floor, Ministry of Labour. The Labour Minister, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, revealed that the Ministry of Labour has set a goal of sending 100,000 Thai workers to work abroad by 2024, encouraging Thai workers to have a stable income and improve their quality of life. In the latest developments, it has sent 60,769 workers abroad to 139 countries, reaching 60.7 percent of its goal. The top five countries where Thai workers are sent to are Taiwan, the Republic of Korea, Japan, Laos, and the United States. Today, 126 Thai workers were preparing to travel to work abroad legally. The workers were receiving pre-departure training. Of the 126 […]
On May 19, 2024, the Labour Minister, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, and a delegation paid a visit and gave relief bags to boost the morale of three victims of the storm in Kao Kloi Subdistrict, Na Klang District, Nong Bua Lamphu Province. The Department of Skill Development’s Director-General, Ms. Bubpha Rueangsud, the Department of Employment’s Director-General, Mr. Somchai Morakotsriwan, the Ministry of Labour’s Inspector-General, Mr. Santi Nantasuwan, the Ministry of Labour’s executives, and heads of government agencies under the Ministry of Labour in Nong Bua Lamphu Province participated in the occasion. Mr. Phiphat said that the summer storm on May 3 in Nong Bua Lamphu Province affected five districts, namely Na Klang, Suwannakhuha, Mueang, Si Bunrueang, and Non-Sang, with the most severely damaged areas being Na Klang and Suwannakhuha Districts. A total of 1,913 houses were damaged. It was the most severe storm in 70 years. The Ministry of Labour has worked with all sectors in the Nong Bua Lamphu area to provide initial assistance. The first house is the house of Mr. Panlop Srimantha. The Ministry of Labour’s Department of […]
On May 13, 2024, at 16.00 hours, the Labour Minister, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, chaired the opening of the Social Security for Independent Workers Throughout Thailand Project for the third batch and started the pilot of the “Social Security Family ” project, where businesses pay contributions for employees’ families. The occasion took place at the Long Beach Cha-am Hotel, Phetchaburi Province. From the Prime Minister’s Secretariat’s Office, performing duties for the Ministry of Labour, Mr. Phuchong Worasri, the Ministry of Labour’s Spokesperson, Mr. Phumiphat Mueanchan, the Social Security Office’s Secretary-General, Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, the Ministry of Labour’s Inspector-General, Mrs. Marasri Jairangsi, the Deputy Governor of Phetchaburi Province, Mr. Lertchai Sakolsaowaphak, the Ministry of Labour’s executives, officials, insured persons, and the social security network in Phetchaburi Province gave a welcome. The Labour Minister, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, gave a speech on the occasion of chairing the opening of the Social Security for Independent Workers Throughout Thailand Project for the third batch at Long Beach Cha-am Hotel, Phetchaburi Province. He said that this is good news for employees working at Cal-Comp Electronics (Thailand) Public […]
