Mr. Pongkawin Jungrungruangkit, Minister of Labour, revealed that after receiving an urgent report from authorities in Chonburi Province regarding many Chinese and Myanmar migrant workers illegally employed at a plastic molding factory in Nong Bon Daeng Subdistrict, Ban Bueng District, he immediately instructed the Director-General of the Department of Employment to dispatch a special operations unit to the site. He also stressed the strict enforcement of labor laws. In addition, the Labour Minister ordered the establishment of a “Committee on the Inspection of Employment Conditions, Forced Labour, and Worst Forms of Child Labour among Migrant Workers” to ensure rigorous oversight across all dimensions, including unfair employment, forced labour or services, and child labour in its worst forms. The goal is to eliminate illegal labour practices. According to Mr. Somchai Morakotsriwan, Director-General of the Department of Employment, joint operations were carried out with provincial authorities, including the Chonburi Provincial Employment Office, Chonburi Provincial Labour Office, Chonburi Provincial Office of Labour Protection and Welfare, Internal Security Operations Command (ISOC), Anti-Human Trafficking Division, and local administration. The inspections confirmed 32 illegal migrant workers, 4 Chinese and 28 Myanmar nationals. Of these, 4 had […]
August 7, 2025, 10.00 hours – Mr. Pongkawin Jungrungruangkit, Minister of Labour, assigned Mr. Surasit Nitiwuttiworrak, Secretariat to Labour Minister, to preside over the opening ceremony of the “Freelance and Home-Based Jobs Fair 2025” at the Ministry of Labour, Din Daeng, Bangkok. He was joined by Ms. Bubpha Rueangsud, Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Pichet Thongpan, the Ministry of Labour’s Inspector-General, Acting Second Lieutenant Somsak Promdam, the Ministry of Labour’s Inspector-General, Mr. Krirkrai Nasamoyon, Legal Advisor, Mr. Nattawut Phattharayoon, Academic Labour Advisor, Ms. Kornjirat Phongchanthorn, Assistant to the Permanent Secretary of Labour, and other senior executives of the Ministry. The event took place in the foyer on the first floor of the Ministry of Labour. Mr. Surasit Nitiwuttiworrak, Secretariat to Labour Minister, stated that the event, organized by the Department of Employment, aims to create opportunities for freelancers, home-based workers, franchise businesses, and food truck operators to showcase and sell their products, generate additional income, and expand new markets. The fair also serves as a platform to connect with employers, helping people secure jobs and income while promoting equal opportunities. He emphasized that the initiative aligns with the government’s […]
July 17, 2025, 10.30 hours – Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, Permanent Secretary of Labour, assigned Mr. Samat Pattamasukon, Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour, to preside over the opening ceremony of “JOB FAIR 2025 @ Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya.” The event featured a report delivered by Ms. Weeraya Rattananit, Inspector-General of the Department of Employment. It was attended by executives and heads of government agencies under the Ministry of Labour in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province, held at The Hall, 2nd Floor, Ayutthaya City Park Shopping Center, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province. Mr. Samat stated that the Ministry of Labour, through the Department of Employment, organized JOB FAIR 2025 @ Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya as a proactive initiative to promote employment for all target groups, including students, job seekers, military personnel nearing discharge, and senior citizens, by matching them with jobs aligned with their knowledge, skills, and aptitudes. The initiative also aims to reduce unemployment and address labour shortages among businesses, employers, and establishments in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya and nearby provinces. Mr. Samat further emphasized that the JOB FAIR 2025 reflects a strong commitment to advancing the 20-Year National Strategy (2018–2037) […]
July 16, 2025, 13.30 hours – Mr. Pongkawin Jungrungruangkit, Minister of Labour, chaired a meeting to monitor the situation of Thai workers in Israel. Also in attendance were Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Samat Pattamasukon, Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour, and Mr. Sakdinart Sonthisakyotin, Assistant to the Permanent Secretary of Labour. Mr. Pongkawin also held a video conference with Mr Kittithana Srisuriya, Labour Attaché at the Royal Thai Embassy in Tel Aviv, joined by senior officials and relevant agencies at the Minister’s Conference Room, 6th Floor, Ministry of Labour. Mr. Pongkawin Jungrungruangkit, Minister of Labour, stated that due to the recent unrest in Israel, he remains deeply concerned for the well-being of Thai workers. Today’s discussions with the Labour Attaché and involved agencies confirmed that there is now a possibility to resume the deployment of Thai workers to Israel, following the Department of Employment’s decision to lift the suspension on all modes of labour deployment. He confirmed that Israel still has a demand for Thai workers, particularly in the construction and manufacturing sectors. Furthermore, Israel’s security authorities have officially declared the entire country a “white zone”, indicating […]
Mr. Pongkawin Jungrungruangkit, Minister of Labour revealed that following the Cabinet resolution on July 1, 2025, the Ministry of Labour and the Ministry of Interior were tasked with considering relief measures for Cambodian nationals affected by the situation along the Thai-Cambodian border, allowing them to remain in the Kingdom and continue working in a manner appropriate to the current context. Thus, today (July 1, 2025), a meeting of the Foreign Workers ‘ Management Policy Committee was held to determine guidelines and measures for managing the work of the aforementioned group of foreign workers. The committee approved the following relief measures for Cambodian workers holding Border Passes, whether valid or expired, who had been allowed to work in Thailand under Section 64 of the Royal Decree on the Management of Foreign Workers, B.E. 2560, and its amendments. These workers, whose stay permits in designated border areas have now expired, will be granted the following relief: Temporary stay in the Kingdom extended by 6 months or until the relevant border checkpoint reopens. Additionally, fines for overstaying the permitted period will be waived. Workers may apply for a work permit by submitting the […]
June 23, 2025, 20.00 hours – Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, Permanent Secretary of Labour, together with Mr. Samat Pattamasukon, Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Somchai Morakotsriwan, Director-General of the Department of Employment, Labour, and Mr. Sakdinart Sonthisakyotin, Assistant to the Permanent Secretary of Labour, and accompanying officials, welcomed and extended encouragement to 22 Thai workers who were employed by Chemo Aharon Ltd. in Israel. These workers, engaged in the industrial sector under two-year contracts, were part of a short-term project that has now concluded, leading to their return to Thailand. The Permanent Secretary stated that these workers were originally scheduled to return to Thailand on June 16, 2025, but due to the unusual and unstable situation, their return was delayed. The company, Chemo Aharon Ltd., arranged return flights and covered all expenses for the workers, including airfare, visa fees, meals, and ground transportation to Amman Airport. This group of workers departed on June 23, 2025, at 01.00 hours via Royal Jordanian flight RJ650 and transited through Doha Airport on Qatar Airways flight QR828, arriving in Thailand today (June 23) at 19.20 hours. “Just moments ago, I received a report that […]
June 23, 2025 – Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, Permanent Secretary of Labour, addressed the current situation of Thai workers in Israel amid the ongoing unrest in the Middle East. His remarks followed his chairing of the 3rd Meeting (2025) of the Coordination and Assistance Centre for Monitoring the Unrest in the State of Israel, held at the Prasong Rananan Meeting Room, 5th Floor, Ministry of Labour. He stated that, in light of the escalating tensions in the Middle East between Israel and Iran, the Ministry of Labour is closely monitoring developments under the directive of Prime Minister Ms. Paetongtarn Shinawatra. The Ministry’s highest priority is to ensure the complete safety (100%) of all Thai workers in affected areas. The Ministry of Labour, in cooperation with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the armed forces, is jointly monitoring the situation. If any severe or undesirable incidents occur, Thai authorities stand fully prepared to repatriate Thai nationals immediately. At present, reports from the Labour Attaché at the Royal Thai Embassy in Tel Aviv, Israel, and at the Royal Thai Embassy in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, as well as other related agencies, confirm […]
June 18, 2025 – Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, visited Songkhla Province to preside over a ceremony distributing basic tools to graduates of occupational skill development training programs. He also presented the National Skill Standard Mark, signage for official skill testing centers, and occupational skill qualification certificates. Joining the event were senior officials from the Ministry of Labour, including Mr. Phuchong Worasri, assigned to the Office of the Prime Minister and currently serving at the Ministry of Labour, Mr. Pairoj Chotikasathien, Chairman of the Advisory Board to the Minister of Labour, Air Chief Marshal Athikun Kongmee, Advisor to the Minister on Illegal Worker Management, Mr. Phumipat Mueanchan, the Ministry of Labour’s Spokesperson, Mr. Samat Pattamasukon, the Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Pichet Thongphan, the Ministry of Labour’s Inspector-General, Mr. Komes Piyaphan, the Department of Skill Development’s Inspector-General, local agency representatives and a large number of informal workers. The event took place at the Siam Oriental Hotel, Hat Yai District, Songkhla Province. Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, stated that the Ministry’s core policy aligns with the government’s objective of enhancing the quality of life and well-being of Thai […]
June 16, 2025 – Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, together with Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, Permanent Secretary of Labour, and senior officials from the Ministry, announced that due to escalating tensions in the Middle East between Israel and Iran, the Ministry of Labour has been closely monitoring the situation under directives from Prime Minister Ms. Paetongtarn Shinawatra. The Ministry’s highest priority is ensuring the absolute safety of all Thai workers in the affected areas. Mr. Phiphat confirmed that Thai workers in both Israel and Iran are currently safe. There have been no reports of injuries or fatalities. The Ministry of Labour has been able to establish contact with all Thai workers and will continue monitoring the situation around the clock to provide immediate assistance if necessary. As for the status of Thai workers in Israel, the latest data indicates a total of approximately 39,500 Thai workers, comprising around 33,000 legal workers and 6,500 undocumented workers. Their main occupations are agriculture (29,300 workers), construction (2,500 workers), and other industries (1,200 workers). The Ministry has also suspended further deployment of additional workers to Israel. In Iran, approximately 250 to 300 Thai nationals […]
June 6, 2025, 14.00 hours – Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, presided over the opening ceremony of JOB EXPO THAILAND 2025: More Than Just a Job Fair, an event designed to create job opportunities and promote sustainable income and careers for people of all ages and groups. Mr. Somchai Morakotsriwan, Director-General of the Department of Employment, delivered the event overview. 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, Mr. Pairoj Chotikasathien, Chairman of the Advisory Board to the Minister of Labour, Mr. Phumipat Mueanchan, the Ministry of Labour’s Spokesperson, Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, Permanent Secretary of Labour, Ms. Bubpha Rueangsud, Mr. Samat Pattamasukon, and Mr. Santi Nantasuwan, the Deputy Permanent Secretaries of Labour, along with senior executives of the Ministry of Labour also attended. The event was held at Halls 5–6, Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, Khlong Toei, Bangkok. The Ministry of Labour organized JOB EXPO THAILAND 2025 under the theme “More Than Just a Job Fair” to help people of all […]
May 31, 2025 – Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, shared a media briefing following his response to questions during the House of Representatives budget deliberation on the 2026 Fiscal Year Budget Bill, affirming that he addressed all concerns raised by the opposition with clarity and precision. Mr. Phiphat stated that the increased 2026 Fiscal Year budget allocation for the Ministry of Labour will support key programs under the Department of Skill Development, including procurement of computer and AI systems. These investments are crucial for developing updated training curricula in IT and AI, replacing outdated equipment to align with evolving labour market demands. He added that traditional skill development models no longer match industry needs. In response, the Ministry is enhancing workforce capabilities through collaboration between the Department of Skill Development, educational institutions, and private enterprises by upskilling and reskilling with modern skills. Notable partnerships include training programs with Microsoft for AI-related skills, as well as modules in semiconductors, electrical and electronic technologies, and digital competencies. The Ministry is also working with vocational and higher education institutions to prepare students entering the workforce, implementing credit transfer systems via the Credit […]
May 23, 2025 – Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, assigned Mr. Siraphop Duangsodsri, Assistant to the Labour Minister, to preside over the opening ceremony of “JOB FAIR 2025 @Pathum Thani”. The event aims to promote employment for all target groups, including students, new graduates, the unemployed, and general workers. Mr. Sibmuenchai Phothisin, the Department of Employment’s Deputy Director-General, delivered the opening report. Mr. Samat Pattamasukon, the Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour, Dr. Sansanee Saiyasanthi, Director of Pathum Thani Vocational College, and executives of the Ministry of Labour joined in the event. Mr. Somkid Chanthamrik, Governor of Pathum Thani Province, gave a welcome speech. Heads of government agencies under the Ministry of Labor of Pathum Thani Province, students, and private sector companies joined in the welcome at the Pathummas Auditorium, Pathum Thani Vocational College, Pathum Thani Province. Mr. Siraphop Duangsodsri, Assistant to the Labour Minister, stated, “I am delighted and honoured that Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, has entrusted me to preside over the opening of ‘JOB FAIR 2025 @Pathum Thani’ today. This initiative aligns with the 20-Year National Strategy, which emphasizes enhancing national competitiveness and developing human capital. […]
May 20, 2025, 13.30 hours – Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, presided over the press conference for the announcement of JOB EXPO THAILAND 2025, held at the meeting room on the 5th floor of the Ministry of Labour building. Mr. Somchai Morakotsriwan, Director-General of the Department of Employment, gave a report. Also joining the occasion were 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, Mr. Pairoj Chotikasathien, Chairman of the Advisory Board to the Minister of Labour, Mr. Phumipat Mueanchan, the Ministry of Labour’s Spokesperson, Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Samat Pattamasukon, the Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Decha Pruksapatnarak, 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, Ms. Kanchana Poolkaew, the […]
May 10, 2025 – Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, together with Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Sakdinart Sonthisakyotin, Assistant to the Permanent Secretary of Labour, and a delegation traveled to the Republic of Korea to attend the 7th APEC Human Resource Development Ministerial Meeting, held in Jeju Island from May 9–16, 2025. The mission also aims to strengthen Thailand’s comprehensive labour cooperation abroad. Mrs. Sirirat Srichart, Labour Minister-Counsellor at the Royal Thai Embassy in Seoul, welcomed the delegation. The first stop was in Seoul. Mr. Phiphat visited Thai workers at Lemongrass Thai, the branch in Gangnam. The restaurant is a popular Thai restaurant chain under Seyeon FNC Co., Ltd., with 13 branches across South Korea. Mr. Phiphat encouraged the Thai workers to work diligently and save money, avoid drugs and vices, work legally to ensure stable income and continuous protection under both Thai and Korean social security systems, and improve job and language skills to qualify for E-7 visas, which offer higher wages, better career opportunities and ultimately, a better quality of life. In a discussion with Mr. Park Bong Soo, CEO of Seyeon FNC, Mr. […]
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 20, 2025, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, and General Nattapol Nakphanit, Deputy Minister of Defense, co-chaired the signing ceremony of the Memorandum of Understanding on the Promotion of Employment for Conscripts between the Department of Employment, the Department of Skill Development, the Ministry of Defense, the Thai Chamber of Commerce, and the Board of Trade of Thailand. 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, Mr. Pairoj Chotikasathien, Chairman of the Advisory Board to the Minister of Labour, Air Chief Marshal Athikun Kongmee, Advisor to the Minister on Illegal Worker Management, Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, General Sanitchanok Sangchan, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Defence, Mr. Samat Pattamasukon, the Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Nattawut Phattharayoon, Roi Et Provincial Employment Officer and Acting Academic Labour Advisor, Ms. Kornjirat Phongchanthorn, Assistant to the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Sakdinart Sonthisakyotin, Assistant to the Permanent Secretary of Labour, executives from the Ministry of Labour, the Thai Chamber of Commerce and the National Chamber of […]
