The Labour Minister, Mr. Suchart Chomklin, chaired the opening ceremony of the “Wan Ruam Jai to Nurul Hidayah (Sang Prateep)” event. President of Lahan Subdistrict Administrative Organization, Mr. Meesak Itthinakulchai, the Labour Minister’s Advisor, Dr. Chamlong Chuayrod, the Ministry of Labour’s senior executives and the organizing committee welcomed them at Nurul Hidayah Mosque (Saeng Prateep), Lahan Subdistrict, Bang Bua Thong District, Nonthaburi Province. Mr. Suchart said that the government, under the leadership of Prime Minister and Minister of Defense General Prayuth Chan-ocha, gives importance to improving the quality of life of all worker groups, especially informal workers, which has a population of over 22 million people. All workers play an important part in driving the country’s economic and social development. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the government has tried to push various remedial programs to cover both formal and informal worker groups. For informal workers, there was a remedial program for insured persons under Section 40 and self-employed people, such as motorcyclists, taxi drivers, street vendors, singers, musicians, and people who work in the entertainment business in 29 provinces. The program supported the […]
On November 6, 2022, the Labour Minister, Mr. Suchart Chomklin, joined in honour and gave a keynote speech at the 44/2022 Annual General Meeting of the DENSO Labour Union of Thailand. The President of the DENSO Thailand Labour Union, Mr. Kittisak Athisakulsub, and the Ministry of Labour’s senior executives, heads of government agencies under the Ministry of Labour in Chonburi Province, and labour leaders have a welcome. The occasion took place at the Community Hall of Ban Suan Municipality, Mueang Chonburi District, Chonburi Province. Mr. Suchart said that the government, under the leadership of Prime Minister General Prayuth Chan-ocha, gives importance to improving workers’ quality of life, as they play an important role in driving and developing the country. During the COVID-19 situation, everyone was a part of moving and joining forces to move forward and overcome the situation. The government’s Ministry of Labour took various measures to support employers and employees in many areas. For example, in 2021, it launched proactive COVID-19 testing in factories to create employee immunity so that the private sector could continue operating. The efforts tested 409,972 […]
On November 3, 2022, the Labour Minister, Mr. Suchart Chomklin, assigned the Assistant Minister from the Prime Minister’s Office performing duties for the Ministry of Labour, Mr. Pornsak Charoenprasert, the Labour Minister’s Advisors, Mr. Pairote Wongprom, Dr. Aek Asavarekha, and Mr. Thanakrit Jirivipakorn, and delegation to visit Ubon Ratchathani Province to visit the Chong Mek Customs Checkpoint, Sirindhorn District, Ubon Ratchathani Province. The visit was to listen to information about the movement of foreign workers into Thailand after opening the Thai-Laos international border checkpoint (Chong Mek checkpoint). The Chong Mek Customs Checkpoint Officer, Mr. Wanlop Chuiraksa, welcomed. Pol. Col. Chatchai Samnieng, the Ubon Ratchathani Provincial Immigration Superintendent reported the labour mobility after opening the Thai-Laos international border checkpoint (Chong Mek checkpoint), Sirindhorn District, Ubon Ratchathani Province. The Head of the International Communicable Disease Control Checkpoint in Ubon Ratchathani Province Thai-Laos international border checkpoint (Chong Mek checkpoint) reported the prevention of COVID-19 for migrating foreign workers into Thailand. On November 4, 2022, the Assistant Minister from the Prime Minister’s Office performing duties for the Ministry of Labour, Mr. Pornsak Charoenprasert, chaired the meeting […]
On November 4, 2022, at 13.00 hours, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Boonchob Suttamanaswong, assigned Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mrs. Bubpha Phanpeng, to participate in the discussion on “The Ministry of Labour’s Role in Raising the Worker’s Quality of Life Towards Stability.” The discussion took place at the social security academic conference 2022 (Central Region) entitled Modernizing SSO 2022: Driving Towards A Modern Social Security System Modernizing SSO 2022: Stepping into a modern social security system at the Miracle Grand Hotel. The Convention, Laksi, Bangkok ++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations 4 November 2022
On November 4, 2022, at 10.00 hours, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Boonchob Suttamanaswong, assigned the Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour, Ms. Bubpha Rueangsud, to participate in the opening ceremony of the Debt Relief Fair, under the name “Resolving Debts for Sustainable New Beginnings.” The event was the first commute by the Ministry of Finance in collaboration with the Bank of Thailand, the Government Financial Institutions Association, and the Association of Thai Securities Companies. This is the second phase of the event by organizing the fair, roaming in Bangkok and four provinces across the country. It aims to support access to additional sources of funding for careers as well as promote financial literacy and occupational skills. The Minister of Finance, Mr. Arkhom Termpittayapaisith, presided over the opening ceremony. The event will be held between November 4-6, 2022, at the IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Center, Muang Thong Thani, Nonthaburi Province. ++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations 4 November 2022
On November 4, 2022, the Labour Minister, Mr. Suchart Chomklin, chaired the social security academic conference 2022 (Central Region) entitled Modernizing SSO 2022: Driving Towards A Modern Social Security System. He gave a special lecture on “Policy for development and upgrading the workforce’s lives.” The Social Security Office’s Secretary-General, Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, reported the event’s objectives. The Ministry of Labour’s senior executives gave a welcome at the Miracle Grand Convention Hotel, Lak Si District, Bangkok. Mr. Suchart said that the event’s purpose was to enhance knowledge and understanding of the importance of social security work for stakeholders. It aimed to listen to opinions on social security development from all parties involved and to allow the attendees to exchange opinions. The Social Security Office could then use inputs to expand results in the future. The government, under the leadership of Prime Minister General Prayuth Chan-ocha and Deputy Prime Minister General Prawit Wongsuwan, who oversees the Ministry of Labour, gives importance to the revival of the country’s economy after being affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Ministry of Labour’s Social Security Office has helped […]
On November 3, 2022, at 09.00 hours, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Boonchob Suttamanaswong, chaired the PROMISE Regional Programme Advisory Committee (RPAC) meeting. The Chief of Mission to the IOM Thailand Office, Ms. Géraldine Ansart, jointly chaired the meeting, which exchanged information, knowledge, and best practices in the region. It aims to promote employment opportunities, including valuable work for migrants through safe migration, skill development, and ethical employment. The occasion took place at the Novotel Bangkok Ploenchit Sukhumvit. Mr. Boonchob said, “Thailand recognizes the importance and provides full support to migrant workers in Thailand. We all know the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, the negative effects of the disease, and the uncertainty in the economy, employment, labour market, labour movement, and the quality of life for both Thai and migrant workers. The Ministry of Labour reaffirms our commitment to providing welfare, social protection, skill development, fairness, equality, and valuable work, all in line with international labour standards. Thailand has implemented measures to achieve the goals concretely.” The Ministry of Labour emphasized implementing policies in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The policies covered both Thai and foreign workers equally, supporting […]
On November 3, 2022, the Labour Minister, Mr. Suchart Chomklin, assigned the Assistant to the Labour Minister, Mr. Surachai Chaitrakulthong, as a representative in receiving the letter submissions from the Mr. Manop Kuarat, Secretary-General of the State Enterprises Workers’ Relations Confederation (SERC) and President of the Thai Rubber Union. They submitted a letter to Prime Minister General Prayuth Chan-ocha through the Labour Minister. Thirty-five presidents from other state enterprise labour unions also submitted the letter because the SERC reached a resolution that did not agree with the draft State Enterprise Labour Relations Act B.E…. as it would weaken the SERC. As a result, this could lead to more fraud opportunities. Therefore, they demanded objection to the government to withdraw the draft of the said Act so that the stakeholders could come together to consider the process. The occasion took place at the foyer on the ground floor, Ministry of Labour. Mr. Surachai said that the government, under the leadership of the Prime Minister and the Minister of Defense General Prayuth Chan-ocha, is concerned about all workers who are key drivers of the country’s economy. The government and the Ministry of […]
On November 2, 2022, at 10.15 hours, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Boonchob Suttamanaswong, assigned the Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour as the Ministry of Labour’s spokesperson, Mr. Wannarat Srisuksai, to attend the signing ceremony of the Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation between the Thai and Australian Government, in establishing a Center of Excellence Against Human Trafficking. Deputy Prime Minister General Prawit Wongsuwan welcomed the Australian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ms. Penny Wong, at the Yellow Room, Santi Maitri Building, Government Houses. The parties discussed important cooperation topics, such as cooperation in cybersecurity and anti-human trafficking efforts. The Deputy Prime Minister emphasized the strategic partnership between the two countries and expanded cooperation to establish a “Center of Excellence Against Human Trafficking” to enhance cooperation between the two governments in the fight against human trafficking. The meeting also covered strengthening academic cooperation and exchanging experts on law enforcement and justice in the prevention and suppression of human trafficking, as well as enhancing the capacity of law enforcement officers in human trafficking cases, both nationally and regionally. The Deputy Prime Minister witnessed the […]
On November 2, 2022, the Labour Minister, Mr. Suchart Chomklin, presided over the awarding of medals and certificates to participants of the 46th WorldSkills Competition and presented a plaque to the sponsors, driving Thai youths to win one silver medal and six medals for excellent craftsmanship to build Thailand’s reputation. The occasion took place at the meeting room on the 5th floor, Ministry of Labour. The Labour Minister, Mr. Suchart Chomklin, congratulated the participants of the 46th WorldSkills Competition, who were able to win medals on the global stage. This is a success in showing the talent and potential of Thai youths who have skills on par with other nations worldwide. This competition is different from the previous competition, with 15 countries competing in 62 branches between September and October 2022. Thailand had representatives participating in 12 fields, with 13 people and one in the team category. The results of this competition were satisfactory in that Thailand won one silver medal and six medals for excellent craftsmanship. The silver medal was from the CNC machining branch (lathe machine) represented by Mr. Nuttawut Petch-ngam. The six medals of excellent craftsmanship were […]
On November 1, 2022, Labour Minister Mr. Suchart Chomklin spoke about the case’s progress, where one Thai person died from the tragedy at the Halloween Night Festival held in Itaewon Street, Seoul, South Korea, on the night of October 29. A large number of people attended the event. The location was crowded, causing people to fall and step on each other, causing many deaths and injuries due to suffocation. Mr. Suchart said that on the Ministry of Labour’s part, agencies under the Ministry of Labour had been assigned to investigate the details of the deceased. From reports by the Ministry of Labour’s agencies in Phetchabun Province, it is known that the deceased Thai person is Ms. Natthicha Makao, 27, a resident of No. 40, Moo 9, Nong Kwai Subdistrict, Lom Sak District, Phetchabun Province. She used to be an insured person under Section 33 and resigned on June 30, 2022. The Social Security Office has accelerated the granting of benefits to the relatives of the deceased. The relatives are entitled to funeral expenses of 50,000 Baht and an old age pension of 15,500 Baht, […]
On November 1, 2022, at 16.00 hours, the Labour Minister, Mr. Suchart Chomklin, recorded an interview on the Transforming Thailand program about supporting Thai workers to travel abroad legally. The interview will broadcast on Saturday, November 5, 2022, from 15.05 to 15.55 hours on the NBT Channel. The interview took place at the News Agency Department of Public Relations. +++++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations 1 November 2022
On October 19, 2022, at 13.00 hours, the Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Wannarat Srisuksai, chaired the 13th Government Provident Fund Committee meeting, which was registered (GPF) No. 8/2022. The meeting took place at the GPF Meeting Room, 23rd floor, Building A, The Nine Tower Grand Rama 9, Bangkok. The meeting considered the performance of Kasikorn Asset Management Co., Ltd., and MFC Asset Management Co., Ltd., the draft expenditure budget – member registration for 2023, general and specific requirements of the registration management company, and request for approval of expenses for refurbishment and decoration of the GPF office for 2022. +++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations 19 October 2022
The Labour Minister, Mr. Suchart Chomklin, spoke about the tragedy at the Halloween Night Festival held in Itaewon Street in Seoul, South Korea, on the night of October 29. Many people attended the event, leaving at least 151 people killed and 82 injured from suffocation. As soon as he heard the news, the Prime Minister and Minister of Defense General Prayuth Chan-ocha expressed their condolences and urged relevant agencies to expedite investigations. Mr. Suchart continued that on the Ministry of Labour’s part, he instructed the Labour Ambassador to South Korea to expedite checks if any Thai workers had died in the incident. The report of Minister-Counselor on Labour at the Royal Thai Embassy in Seoul, Mr. Nithipat Wattanasuwakul, reported that no Thai workers have died. As for the deceased Thai person, the embassy is coordinating with South Korean authorities for details to inform the relatives of the deceased and to continue assisting in further arrangements. ++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations 31 October 2022
On October 29, 2022, the Labour Minister, Mr. Suchart Chomklin, assigned the Secretariat to the Labour Minister, Mr. Suthep Chitvong, as the head of the Thai delegation, together with the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Boonchob Suttamanaswong, the Ministry of Labour’s Inspector-General, Mr. Samat Pattamasukon, and delegation, to join the 12th ASEAN Plus Three Labour Ministers Meeting (12th ALMM+3). The Thai Ambassador to Manila, Mr. Tul Traisorat, attended the meeting To acknowledge the progress of labour operations and to promote labour cooperation among the ASEAN Plus Three nations, namely the People’s Republic of China, Japan and the Republic of Korea. The meeting raised issues on cooperation to transform the world of work in the ASEAN Community towards participative and sustainable growth and revitalization of digital technology. Mr. Suthep said that it is well known that the world has been faced with the COVID-19 pandemic over the past three years. This situation was a catalyst for life and worked to change by leaps and bounds. Digital technology has played a rapidly increasing role in our lives and work. The Thai government, under the […]
On October 28, 2022, the Labour Minister, Mr. Suchart Chomklin, joined the delegation of the Prime Minister and Minister of Defense General Prayuth Chan-ocha to visit Bueng Kan Province to perform the foundation stone laying ceremony for the construction of the fifth Thai-Laos Friendship Bridge (Bueng Kan-Bolikhamxay) at the construction area of the Ban Don Yom project, Moo 2, Khai Si Subdistrict, Mueang District, Bueng Kan Province. The Prime Minister and delegation met with labour volunteers, the public, and the heads of government agencies involved, who came to welcome them. From there, the Prime Minister and delegation crossed over to the foundation stone laying area of the project in Bolikhamxay Province, Laos. The Prime Minister of Laos, Dr. Phankham Viphavanh, gave a welcome. Mr. Suchart said that the Prime Minister and Minister of Defense General Prayuth Chan-ocha emphasizes promoting tourism and transportation to drive economic and social development. The construction of the fifth Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge, Bueng Kan-Bolikhamxay, is part of a strategy to develop the competitiveness of the Northeastern region in the upper subregion and development strategies of Bueng Kan Province […]
