Ms. Trinuch Thienthong, Minister of Labour, revealed that she has instructed the Social Security Office (SSO) to expedite the continuous disbursement of unemployment benefits to insured persons affected by unemployment. The latest report indicates that unemployment compensation payments totaling more than 618 million baht have already been disbursed to over 200,000 insured persons. She stated that previous delays in payment were due to the upgrading of the processing system. However, following improvements in both the IT system and administrative management, the SSO has been able to accelerate the disbursement process. Social Security Offices in all provinces have mobilized personnel and extended operating hours from 06.00 to 20.30 hrs. to expedite the review and approval of payment orders, with the capacity to process more than 35,000 cases per day. The Ministry affirms its commitment to ensuring that all eligible benefits are disbursed in full at the earliest possible date. The Minister further stated that the SSO Plus application has been enhanced to facilitate services for insured persons. The application enables users to review contribution records and benefits, register employers and employees, verify contribution […]
January 16, 2026 – Ms. Trinuch Thienthong, Minister of Labour, presided over the opening of JOB EXPO THAILAND 2026, the country’s largest job fair of the year, under the theme “every job, for every lifestyle.” The event was honoured by Pol. Lt. Col. Wannapong Kotcharak, Permanent Secretary of Labour, and Acting Sub-Lieutenant Somsak Prommadam, the Ministry of Labour’s Inspector-General. Mr. Sibmuenchai Phothisin, the Ministry of Labour’s Inspector-General, Mr. Krirkrai Nasamoyon, Legal Advisor, Mr. Nattawut Phatprayoon, Labour Academic Advisor, Mr. Sakdinart Sontisakyothin, Assistant to the Permanent Secretary of Labour, and senior executives of the Ministry of Labour. Mr. Somchai Maruksriwan, Director-General of the Department of Employment, delivered the event report at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre, Halls 5–6, Khlong Toei District, Bangkok. Ms. Trinuch Thienthong, Minister of Labour, stated that the Ministry of Labour places great importance on driving the national economy by managing the workforce both quantitatively and qualitatively, alongside developing skills in line with labour market and industrial demand. The Ministry also promotes workplace safety, the protection of rights, and fair access to welfare to sustainably enhance workers’ quality of […]
On March 8, 2022, Labour Minister Mr. Suchart Chomklin assigned Assistant Minister from the Prime Minister’s Office performing duties for the Ministry of Labour Police Major General Nantachat Supamongkol to visit the area to help Thai workers in sea fishing boats at Ratsada Pier in Phuket. Police Major General Nantachat said that the government 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, prioritize improvements on the prevention and solution of trafficking in persons to Tier 2 to comply with international standards and the International Labour Organization while advancing policies on the prevention and elimination of illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing. This investigation is a collaboration between the Ministry of Labour, the Marine Police, and NGOs, including Stella Maris, the IJM Foundation, and the SR Law Office. The occasion allowed relevant units to have the same understanding and bring together challenges or obstacles from the inspections to be revised to make the implementation of labour protection in the fisheries sector more effective. […]
Labour Minister Mr. Suchart Chomklin showed concern to the 318 employees of the oil-palm cooperative assembly in Ao Luek, Krabi, whereby the employer issued a notice to cease business operations and dismiss employees, effective from March 1 onwards. The SSO and the Ministry of Labour’s agencies have proactively followed up on the cause of the business cessation announcement, and the termination of employment and have urgently provided assistance and remedial rights under the law. On March 8, 2021, Labour Minister Mr. Suchart Chomklin spoke about the oil-palm cooperative assembly case in Ao Luek, Krabi, whereby the company announced a business closure and laid off 318 employees. He said that the government, 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, have great concerns for the workforce. Therefore, the Ministry of Labour was instructed to work proactively and follow up on the notice’s cause to close down the business and the termination of employment and to urgently assist and provide remedies following the […]
Today (October 27, 2020) at 09.00 hours, Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol assigned Assistant to the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Ms. Pattraporn Samatrat, as head of the delegation as ASEAN Senior Labour Officer (SLOM) for Thailand, to attend the 18th ASEAN Plus Three (SLOM + 3) Senior Labour Officials Meeting through video conference at the Sangsingkeaw Meeting Room, 5th floor, Ministry of Labour. The meeting acknowledged the progress of activities on labour with the ASEAN Plus Three countries on occupational safety and health, labour relations, skill development promotion, and the promotion of social safety networks. The meeting discussed proposals/projects under the SLOM + 3 2021-2025 plan. It comprises six areas, including 1) Human resource development, 2) Integrated growth, 3) Sustainable development, 4) Social partnerships, 5) Occupational safety and health, and 6) Protection. The meeting agreed that the ASEAN and ASEAN Plus Three countries would continue to develop their cooperation in the future. +++++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations 27 October 2020
On September 15, 2020, at 14.00 hours, Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol chaired the meeting to discuss preparations for the 18th Nikom Chandravithu Day in 2020, at the Saengsingkaew Room, 5th floor, Ministry of Labour. +++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations 15 September 2020
Today (October 16, 2019) at 10.30 hours, Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol assigned Assistant to the Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Niyom Songkaew as the Ministry of Labour’s representative, to congratulate Kom Chad Luek newspaper on its 18th anniversary. The occasion took place at The Nation Tower on Bang Na-Trad Road, Kilometer 4.5, Bang Na Tai, Bang Na, Bangkok. +++++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations/ News by photos by Pariyaron Phromsakha Na Sakonnakhon/ 16 October 2019
Today (December 18, 2018), at 11.00 hours, Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Jarin Chakkaphark chaired the Ministry of Labour’s Red Cross Administration Committee meeting 7/2018. The meeting concluded the results of the Ministry of Labour’s activities at the Red Cross Fair, including the contest, Bingo games, exhibitions, sales, independent career demonstrations in welding, displays and Thai massage. The meeting took place at the Prof. Nikom Conference Room on the 5th floor, Ministry of Labour. Preview Download Images Division of Public Relations/ News & photos by Pariyaron Phromsakha Na Sakonnakhon/ 18 December 2018/
Mrs. Petcharat Sinauy, Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Labor, presided over the meeting of the Subcommittee on the Promotion of the Ministry of Labor, No. 2, 2018. The meeting considered the nomination and arranged the order for Participated in the selection and commendation of community organizations, districts, and provinces under the virtue of the Master Plan for National Merit No. 1 at the Strategic and Strategic Sesame Room 13th Floor, Ministry of Labor. +++++++++++++++++++
On May 9, 2018, at 10.00 AM.,Mr. Jarin Chakkaphark, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Labor presided over the meeting of the Wage Committee Series 20, No. 3 / 2016. The meeting considered the appointment of sub-committees to consider the rate of elderly wage and review the standard wage rates at the conference room, Ministry of Labor. Preview Download Images —————————-
The Labour Minister, along with representatives of relevant agencies, welcomed all 18 crew members who returned to Thailand this morning (August 12, 2019). The crew expressed their gratitude to the government for helping them back home safely. On August 12, 2019, Labour Minister M.R. Chatumongol Sonakul, Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol, the ministry’s executives and representatives from all 8 relevant agencies, including the Department of Consular Affairs from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA), the Human Trafficking Suppression Division and the Law and Litigation Division from the Royal Thai Police, the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security (MSDHS), the Department of Fisheries, Department of Fisheries, the Marine Department, the Department of Labour Protection and Welfare and the Department of Employment from the Ministry of Labor (MOL), welcomed the 18 Thai crew members who returned from Somalia. The crew members expressed their gratitude for the assistance to return the crew safely to Thailand. The occasion took place at the Prasong Rananant Conference Room, 5th Floor, Ministry of Labour. The Minister of Labour congratulated all crew members on their safe return. He […]
On August 10, 2018, at 08.00, H.E. Police General Adul Sangsingkeo, Minister of Labor, presided over the merit-making activities on the occasion of HM the Queen’s 86th Birthday Anniversary, August 12, 2018, and signed a memorial service to Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen in the reign of King Rama 9, along with Mr. Jarin Cahakkaphark, Permanent Secretary of Labor and the management of the Ministry of Labor on the ground floor, Ministry of Labor. Preview Download Images ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
On August 6, 2019, at 09.30 hours, Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suradech Waleeittikul joined in the 18th National Labour Development Advisory Council Meeting No. 8/2019 (16th occasion). The meeting considered the 18th National Labour Development Advisory Council’s employee representatives, free from union membership. The meeting took place at the Prasong Rananant Conference Room, 5th floor, Ministry of Labour. DOWNLOAD IMAGES ————————————– Division of Public Relations/
On July 30, 2019, at 14.30 hours, Labour Minister M.R. Chatumongol Sonakul alongside Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol welcomed President of the 18th Advisory Council for National Labour Development Mr. Thavorn Chalatthien and committee, on courtesy call and introduction at the Command Center Room, 5th Floor, Ministry of Labour. Labour Minister M.R. Chatumongol Sonakul thanked the Advisory Council for National Labour Development for providing cooperation in driving the Ministry of Labour’s operations, whereby the ministry is committed to ensure the workforce is stable and has a good quality of life following the 20-year national strategy. Furthermore, there are guidelines for operation as follows: 1) Professional quality and workforce development to support the 4.0 industry by raising the level of workers’ skills to be super workers in 10 industrial groups 2) Professional skills development at all ages by providing education and career guidance systems for students to test their professional aptitude and prepare for the labour market 3) Boost workforce potential by raising the first wage income and the wage adjustment mechanism to be consistent with the workforce performance 4) PrepareThai people for the 21st century so that […]
On July 30, 2019, at 14.30 hours, Labour Minister M.R. Chatumongol Sonakul alongside Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol welcomed President of the 18th Advisory Council for National Labour Development Mr. Thavorn Chalatthien and committee, on courtesy call and introduction at the Command Center Room, 5th Floor, Ministry of Labour. Labour Minister M.R. Chatumongol Sonakul thanked the Advisory Council for National Labour Development for providing cooperation in driving the Ministry of Labour’s operations, whereby the ministry is committed to ensure the workforce is stable and has a good quality of life following the 20-year national strategy. Furthermore, there are guidelines for operation as follows: 1) Professional quality and workforce development to support the 4.0 industry by raising the level of workers’ skills to be super workers in 10 industrial groups 2) Professional skills development at all ages by providing education and career guidance systems for students to test their professional aptitude and prepare for the labour market 3) Boost workforce potential by raising the first wage income and the wage adjustment mechanism to be consistent with the workforce performance 4) PrepareThai people for the 21st century so that […]
On April 25, 2019, at 09.30 hours, Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Suradej Waleeittikul, M.D., met with the Advisory Council for the 18th National Labour Development Board, No. 4/2019 (No. 12). The meeting discussed the research outline on the policy and guidelines for labour development, driving the economy for the future, to study the overall labour market in the future and the need for labor in various professional fields. The research will be both in terms of quantitative data and skills that different economic sectors want to study for the future labour situation of the industry and professions that may diminish from advanced technology to be used in planning skills development to bring back into the labour market in the form and type of work that is appropriate for the age – skills. The research will study the context of increasing labour potential to meet the needs under the new economy in terms of number, basic knowledge and expertise related to curriculum improvement in various fields of study, to meet the needs of the labour market in the future and form policy recommendations to lay the foundation of […]
