On May 12, 2022, at 09.00 hours, Labour Minister Mr. Suchart Chomklin recorded an interview with the “Direct Talk Show” on the Royal Thai Army Radio and Television Station (Channel 5 HD). The interview was on the Social Security Act (No..) B.E.….. which will broadcast on Saturday 14 and Sunday, May 15, 2022, at 17.30 hours, at the Chatumongkol Room, 6th floor, Ministry of Labour. +++++++++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations 12 May 2022
On April 25, 2022, Labour Minister Mr. Suchart Chomklin joined the delegation of the Prime Minister and Minister of Defense General Prayuth Chan-ocha to visit Songkhla and Phatthalung provinces to follow up on the Royal Initiative Project to improve the Phuminat Dam Initi Canal to have sufficient potential to solve the flooding problem in Hat Yai District. It also aims to be an area to store water for use during the dry season. The occasion occurred at Klong Phumnatdamri (Khlong Rama 1), Khuan Lang Subdistrict, Hat Yai District, Songkhla Province. The delegation also met with the people at Hat Yai Municipality. Governor of Songkhla Province, Mr. Jesada Chitrat, gave a welcoming. From there, the Labour Minister traveled with the Prime Minister’s delegation to the Phatthalung Provincial Auditorium, Khuha Sawan Subdistrict. Muang Phatthalung District, Phatthalung Province. The Governor of Phatthalung Province, Mr. Kukiat Wongkraphan, gave a welcoming. They joined the meeting to deliver policies to the heads of government agencies in Phatthalung Province, local management, the Chairman of the Local Village Headsmen Council in Phatthalung Province, and members of the Phatthalung Provincial Administrative […]
Ministry of Labour’s Department of Skill Development awards plaques of honour in skill development networks to 31 organizations in thanks for developing the industry’s workforce amid the COVID-19 situation. On April 22, 2022, at 11.00 hours, Labour Minister Mr. Suchart Chomklin presided over the award of plaques to the skill development network of 31 organizations to honor the skill development network that supports the Ministry of Labour’s Department of Skill Development to carry out skill development to achieve the goal amid the COVID-19 situation. Secretariat to the Labour Minister Mr. Suthep Chitvong was assigned to award the plaques to the skill development network at the Jompol P. Phibulsongkhram meeting room, Ministry of Labour. After presiding over the award ceremony, Labour Minister Mr. Suchart Chomklin said that there is a collaboration between government agencies, the private sector, and educational institutions following the government’s civil state approach, under the leadership of Prime Minister and Minister of Defense General Prayuth Chan-ocha. It plays an important role in the country’s economic and social development. The Department of Skill Development has used the civil state approach to create a skill development […]
The Labour Minister held a press conference on the National Labour Day event on May 1, 2022, revealing that the Prime Minister will preside over the opening ceremony and receive requests from workers at the Ministry of Labour. There will also be activities organized to create awareness of labour by agencies under the Ministry of Labour and worker groups. Labour Minister Mr. Suchart Chomklin revealed that the government under the leadership of Prime Minister and Minister of Defense General Prayuth Chan-ocha, and Deputy Prime Minister General Prawit Wongsuwan, who supervises the Ministry of Labour, realizes the importance of the workforce. They have sent their good wishes to workers in all occupations, both in Thailand and abroad. They also support the organization of the National Labour Day for the Year 2022. In organizing this year’s event, the National Labour Day Organizing Committee consists of the chairpersons from 14 employees organizations, the State Enterprises Worker’s Federation of Thailand, and the Center for Coordinating Informal Workers. The Confederation of Thai Labour’s President, Mr. Suchart Thailuan, is Chairman of the Organizing Committee. The activities within the Labour Day event will […]
On April 21, 2022, at 08.00 hours, Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Boonchob Suttamanaswong, assigned the Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Wannarat Srisuksai, to participate in the annual merit-making ceremony of the Thailand Professional Qualifications Institute (Public Organization) for 2022. There was a ceremony of chantings the Buddha’s mantra and offering food to monks. The occasion occurred at the Thailand Professional Qualification Institute (Public Organization), 14th Floor, Pearl Bangkok Building. ++++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations 21 April 2022
On April 18, 2022, at 14.00 hours, Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Boonchob Suttamanaswong, assigned Assistant to the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Samat Pattamasukon, to attend the meeting to certify the draft plan to drive and promote bilateral cooperation between Thailand and Saudi Arabia. The meeting also covered the draft Memorandum of Understanding on establishing the Saudi-Thai Cooperation Council, chaired by Mr. Don Pramudwinai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, at meeting rooms 1-3, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The essence of the meeting included covering the draft plan to drive and promote bilateral cooperation between Thailand and Saudi Arabia. The main component related to the Ministry of Labour is the labour agreement between the Ministry of Labour and the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development of Saudi Arabia. In particular, the delivery of Thai workers to work in Saudi Arabia. There are two topics. The first is the labour recruitment agreement between the Thai Ministry of Labour and the Saudi Arabian Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development. The second is the agreement on providing in-house labour between the Thai Ministry […]
On April 11, 2022, at 14.00 hours, Labour Minister Mr. Suchart Chomklin assigned Assistant to the Labour Minister Mr. Surachai Chaitrakulthong to chair the meeting to prepare for the National Labour Day 2022, which is scheduled annually on May 1. The meeting agreed to compile policy information and the results of the Ministry of Labour for workers. This is considered an important activity for the workforce who have contributed to society and is an important force driving the country’s economy. Secretariat to the Labour Minister Mr. Suthep Chitayawong and the Ministry of Labour’s executives attended this meeting at the Prof. Nikhom Chantravitun meeting room, 5th floor, Department of Labour Protection and Welfare, Ministry of Labour. ++++++++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations 11 April 2022
On April 4, 2022, Labour Minister Mr. Suchart Chomklin presided over the ceremony to receive the royal insignia on the sash for 2021, in front of the His Majesty the King’s portrait. High-ranking executives also joined the ceremony, which took place at the Jompol P. Phibulsongkram room, 5th floor, Ministry of Labour. This year, the Ministry of Labour received 147 people received royal insignias on the sash. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relation 4 April 2022
On March 30, 2022, Labour Minister Mr. Suchart Chomklin assigned the Ministry of Labour’s Spokesperson (on politics), Mrs. Theanrat Nawamawat, as Head of the Thailand team, with the Department of Employment’s Director-General, Mr. Pairoj Chotikasathian and delegation, to meet and encourage Thai workers working at Centara Mirage Beach Resort, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. In this hotel, 59 Thai workers work in various positions such as Front Office, Waiter/Waitress, HR, and Spa Therapists. The Labour Department of the Royal Thai Embassy in Abu Dhabi met with the company to expand the labour market. The hotel requires 25 Thai workers to be recruited directly into different positions. The vacancies include 14 Waiter/Waitress positions with a monthly salary of 1,350 Dirham, 2 Restaurant Supervisors with a monthly salary of 2,500 Dirham, 2 Bartenders with a monthly salary of 1,800-1,900 Dirham, 1-2 Commis 1/Commis 2/Commis 3 positions with a monthly salary of 1,800/1,600/1,400 Dirham respectively. The positions require 1-2 years of experience, a passion for service work, and the ability to work under pressure. Those interested can email their resume and a photo of themselves to jamornpansi@chr.co.th or careercdd@outlook.com. Following the […]
On March 29, 2022, at 14.00 hours, Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour Mrs. Bubpha Phanpen participated in the Victim Relief Committee Meeting No. 2/2022 via Zoom. The meeting considered the request for approval to pay remedies to the victims of 4 cases in Mae Hong Son, Ubon Ratchathani, Bangkok, and Nong Bua Lamphu Provinces. The occasion took place at the Office of the Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour, 7th floor, Ministry of Labour. ++++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations
On March 25, 2022, at 14.00 hours, Assistant to the Labour Minister Mr. Surachai Chaitrakulthong received 1,000 bags of 5kg-sized rice packs from Mr. Hiroyuki Hasegawa, president of AW (Thailand) Co., Ltd., joining the Ministry of Labour to help COVID-19 patients by Labour Minister Mr. Suchart Chomklin. They also had the opportunity to help patients infected with COVID-19 to alleviate the difficulties. It is beneficial to the workforce, the main drivers of Thailand’s businesses, and the economy. The Ministry of Interior’s Inspector-General, Mr. Tawatchai Srithong, joined in receiving rice. The occasion occurred at the Chonburi Provincial Labour Protection and Welfare Office, Sriracha District, Chonburi Province. +++++++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations
On March 14, 2022, Labour Minister Mr. Suchart Chomklin assigned the Department of Skills Development’s Director-General, Mr. Prateep Songlamyong, to lead the Saudi Arabian Academic Delegation on the occasion of their visit to Thailand from March 12 to 16. The visit was to attend an academic conference on recruitment between the Thai Ministry of Labour and the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development of Saudi Arabia. They observed Halal cooking classes and preparation for establishing a training center and labour skill assessment center in hotel service, room service, and Halal food preparation. The occasion took place at the training institute at the Bazaar Hotel Bangkok, which aims to prepare Thai workers before working in Saudi Arabia. Assistant to the Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Samat Pattamasukon, the Ministry of Labour’s executives and staff, joined to welcome. Mr. Prateep said that Prime Minister and Minister of Defense General Prayuth Chan-ocha has the policy to send Thai workers to work in Saudi Arabia. The Ministry of Labour has responded to the policy. The Labour Minister, Mr. Suchart Chomklin, has assigned the Department of Skill Development to prepare […]
On March 14, 2022, Labour Minister Mr. Suchart Chomklin assigned the Department of Employment’s Director-General, Mr. Pairoj Chotiksetian, chaired a meeting to listen to a presentation on the online Saudi Arabian employment and visa system, which also hosted a discussion between the Thai and Saudi Arabian recruitment offices/companies. The meeting took place at the Thien Achakul Conference Room, 10th floor, Department of Employment. Assistant to the Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Samat Pattamasukon also attended the meeting. Mr. Pairoj said that he was assigned by the Labour Minister Mr. Suchart Chomklin to chair the meeting to listen to the presentation of Saudi Arabia’s online system and to discuss with the Thai and Saudi Arabian recruiting offices/companies, allowing the exchange of ideas and discussions on the process of dispatching Thai workers to work in Saudi Arabia for order and efficiency. The Ministry of Labour’s Department of Employment recognizes the importance of driving Thai workers to work abroad with dignity, ensuring protection according to international principles and good quality of life. It prepared workers before traveling overseas by providing knowledge, awareness, skills development, and craftsmanship to meet the labour market demands in […]
On March 14, 2022, Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Wannarat Srisuksai, led the delegation from SEMed Living Care Hospital, together with Perfect Safety Training and Consulting Co., Ltd., and the Phranakhon Safety Officer Club, to donate 500 Rapid Antigen Test kits for the Ministry of Labour’s used. The Ministry of Labour’s Spokesperson (on politics), Mrs. Theanrat Nawamawat, was the representative in receiving the donations. The occasion took place on the 6th floor, Ministry of Labour. +++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations 14 March 2022
On March 14, 2022, at 08.30 hours, Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Boonchob Suttamanaswong, presided over the training course commencement for the development of civil servants at the professional level (financial and accounting officers) of the Ministry of Labour. The occasion occurred at the Human Resources Management Division’s meeting room, 10th floor, Ministry of Labour. The training aims to develop the potential of civil servants at the operational/experienced level who are finance and accounting officers of the Ministry of Labour to have knowledge and understanding in finance and accounting. This involves laws, regulations, audits, and building the necessary skills. The training starts today until March 18, 2022, for a total of 5 days or 31 hours of training. It targets civil servants at operational/professional levels in finance and accounting from the Provincial Labour Office in every province for 76 people. Participants also joined from every department/Social Security Office, with ten people each, for 116 people. Mr. Boonchob said that everyone who attended this training has fully set up and applied the speakers’ knowledge to the best of their ability to implement in their work. The training will drive them to […]
On February 24, 2022, Labour Minister Mr. Suchart Chomklin revealed that the COVID-19 situation had impacted the country’s tourism and service sectors, which are an important source of income. But at the same time, the export sector with over 2 million workers in 4 sectors has grown, namely in food, medical equipment, automotive and electronic parts, which is the result of implementing the Factory Sandbox project by the Ministry of Labour, following government policy. It has supported export businesses on continuous employment, and entrepreneurs can continue their business. This reflects the success of the Factory Sandbox project, which is a government policy under the leadership of Prime Minister and Minister of Defense General Prayuth Chan-ocha, and the Ministry of Labour under the supervision of Deputy Prime Minister General Prawit Wongsuwan. The Ministry of Labour has worked with the Ministry of Interior, the Ministry of Public Health and the Ministry of Industry to carry out such projects with “Economics and Public Health principles.” The projects carried out COVID-19 testing and treatment in 12 provinces for 730 enterprises, 349,016 employees, including carrying COVID-19 vaccinations for 112,746 employees […]
