At the Cabinet meeting on December 30, 2025, Ms. Trinuch Thienthong, Minister of Labour, revealed that the Cabinet approved the draft Ministerial Regulation of the Ministry of Labour on the criteria, procedures, and conditions for reducing Social Security Fund contributions for employers and insured persons in areas severely affected by disasters. The measure reduces Social Security Fund contribution rates for employers and insured persons for a period of 6 months, from December 2025 to May 2026, in 9 disaster-affected provinces in the southern region, namely: Trang, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Narathiwat, Pattani, Phatthalung, Yala, Songkhla, Satun, and Surat Thani. The details are as follows: Section 33 insured persons and employers will have a reduced monthly contribution rate from 5% to 3% of the insured person’s wages, while the government contribution remains unchanged at 2.75% of wages per month. Section 39 insured persons will have a reduced monthly contribution from 432 Baht (based on a wage base of 4,800 Baht) to 283 Baht. The Minister of Labour said that this measure, which reduces Social Security Fund contribution rates for 6 months, will help employers and insured persons in the nine disaster-affected provinces […]
Ms. Trinuch Thienthong, Minister of Labour, spoke about the policy to expand overseas markets for Thai workers to over 50,000 positions within four months, in line with the Quick Big Win policy to create income and new opportunities for Thai people. It emphasizes the promotion of quality labour markets, up-skilling / re-skilling development, and technology transfer back to Thailand. For Israel, one of the three countries receiving the largest number of Thai workers, the Overseas Thai Workers Administration Division, Department of Employment, has been instructed to prepare a workers’ training plan for Fiscal Year 2026 (October – November 2025). This is part of the project to develop the potential of Thai workers according to labour market needs in Israel. A total of 8 training batches will be organised, with 1,650 workers participating. All of them will gradually travel to Israel between October 31, 2025, and November 23, 2025. The Minister of Labour said that from Fiscal Year 2022 – 2026, as of October 31, 2025, a total of 41,440 Thai workers have been authorised to work in Israel: 32,490 in agriculture, 6,437 in construction, 556 in industry, 1,898 in services, […]
October 26, 2025, 10.00 hours – Pol. Lt. Col. Wannapong Kotcharak, Permanent Secretary of Labour, assigned Mr. Samat Pattamasukon, Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour, to preside over the Royal Kathina Robe Offering Ceremony of the Ministry of Labour for the year 2025. This ceremony was held on the auspicious occasion of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua graciously granting royal robes to the Ministry of Labour for presentation to the Buddhist monks who have completed their three-month Lent retreat at Wat Kuhasawan Worawihan, Mueang District, Phatthalung Province. The offering was made as an act of royal merit in honour of His Majesty the King, as well as a gesture of loyalty to the monarchy through support for Buddhism and royal temples, while preserving Thailand’s long-standing religious and cultural traditions. Attending the ceremony were Mr. Santi Nantasuwan, Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Somchai Maruksriwan, the Ministry of Labour’s Chief Inspector-General, Ms. Bunyawee Khaipan, Ms. Kanchana Poolkaew, and Sub-Lt. Somsak Promdam, and Mr. Sibmuenchai Phothisin, the Ministry of Labour’s Inspector-Generals, Mr. Krirkrai Nasamoyon, Legal Advisor, and Mr. Nattawut Phatprayoon, Labour Academic Advisor. They were joined by senior executives, civil servants, […]
October 13, 2025, 08.00 hours — Ms. Trinuch Thienthong, Minister of Labour, joined members of the Cabinet in a wreath-laying ceremony to pay tribute to His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great (Rama IX) on the occasion of King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great Memorial Day, observed on October 13, 2025. The ceremony was presided over by Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, who led Cabinet members in laying wreaths before the royal statue of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great as an expression of deep gratitude and remembrance of His Majesty’s boundless benevolence. The event took place at the King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great Memorial Park, Phitsanulok Road, Dusit District, Bangkok.
September 12, 2025 – Ms. Bunyawee Khaipan, the Ministry of Labour’s Chief Inspector-General, represented the Office of the Permanent Secretary of Labour in receiving the 2025 Public Sector Excellence Award in the category of Public Sector Management Quality Award (PMQA) 4.0 – Advanced Level. The award was organised by the Office of the Public Sector Development Commission (OPDC), with Professor Emeritus Bowornsak Uwanno, a member of the Public Sector Audit and Evaluation Committee, presiding over the ceremony and presenting the award. Directors of bureaus, centres, divisions, and groups, as well as officials from the Office of the Permanent Secretary of Labour, attended to extend their congratulations at Challenger Hall, IMPACT Muang Thong Thani, Pak Kret District, Nonthaburi Province. Ms. Bunyawee stated that she was honoured to represent the Office of the Permanent Secretary of Labour in receiving the PMQA 4.0 – Advanced Level Award from the OPDC. This award is given to government agencies that strive for excellence in public sector management, with a focus on efficient and effective organisational management, outstanding performance, best practices, and results that deliver real value to service recipients and stakeholders. She added that the […]
July 18, 2025, 13.00 hours – Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, Permanent Secretary of Labour, attended the “Ratchathan Keerati Piwat” Honourary Badge Presentation Ceremony for the Year 2025 and received the badge and certificate of honour from Pol. Col. Tawee Sodsong, Minister of Justice. The event was held at IMPACT Exhibition Halls 9–10, IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Center, Muang Thong Thani, Pak Kret District, Nonthaburi Province. The “Ratchathan Keerati Piwat” Honourary Badge is awarded in recognition of personnel under the Department of Corrections, agencies, organizations, and individuals who have demonstrated outstanding integrity and made valuable contributions to the Department of Corrections and the nation, with a commitment to honesty, transparency, and public trust.
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 13, 2025, 18.30 hours – Mr. Pongkawin Jungrungruangkit, Minister of Labour, assigned Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, Permanent Secretary of Labour, to attend the royal visit of Her Royal Highness Princess Ubolratana Rajakanya Sirivadhana Barnavadi, Honourary Chairperson of the TO BE NUMBER ONE initiative. Her Royal Highness graciously visited the exhibition booth and viewed the progress of the TO BE NUMBER ONE programme at the 2025 National TO BE NUMBER ONE Members Gathering. Also in attendance was Ms. Boonyavee Kwaiphan, Chief Inspector General of the Ministry of Labour, who joined in receiving the royal visit at Hall 4, IMPACT Forum, IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Centre, Muang Thong Thani, Pak Kret District, Nonthaburi Province. On this occasion, the Permanent Secretary of Labour also visited the exhibition booths showcasing the TO BE NUMBER ONE programme’s implementation in various workplaces. The visit aimed to boost morale among participating enterprises and staff from agencies under the Ministry of Labour.
July 14, 2025, 11.00 hours – Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, Permanent Secretary of Labour, welcomed Dr. Phot Aramwattananon, Chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce and the Board of Trade of Thailand, and his delegation for a discussion on collaboration between the Ministry of Labour and the Thai Chamber of Commerce in preparation for a Job Fair to be held as part of the Thailand-China Corporate Expo 2025. Also attending the meeting were representatives from the Thai-Chinese Chamber of Commerce, the Chinese Enterprise Trade Association, along with Mr. Somchai Morakotsriwan, Director-General of the Department of Employment, Ms. Niyada Saneeymanomai, Deputy Secretary-General of the Social Security Office, as well as executives and relevant agencies. The meeting took place at the Prasong Rananant Conference Room, 5th Floor, Ministry of Labour. The Permanent Secretary of Labour expressed full support for the initiative, noting that the Ministry of Labour is happy to collaborate as the event will play a key role in reducing unemployment and promoting domestic investment, both of which are directly linked to the country’s workforce. He assigned all departments under the Ministry of Labour to participate by setting up booths in line […]
July 13, 2025, 18.30 hours – Mr. Pongkawin Jungrungruangkit, Minister of Labour, assigned Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, Permanent Secretary of Labour, to attend the royal visit of Her Royal Highness Princess Ubolratana Rajakanya Sirivadhana Barnavadi, Honourary Chairperson of the TO BE NUMBER ONE initiative. Her Royal Highness graciously visited the exhibition booth and viewed the progress of the TO BE NUMBER ONE programme at the 2025 National TO BE NUMBER ONE Members Gathering. Also in attendance was Ms. Boonyavee Kwaiphan, Chief Inspector General of the Ministry of Labour, who joined in receiving the royal visit at Hall 4, IMPACT Forum, IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Centre, Muang Thong Thani, Pak Kret District, Nonthaburi Province. On this occasion, the Permanent Secretary of Labour also visited the exhibition booths showcasing the TO BE NUMBER ONE programme’s implementation in various workplaces. The visit aimed to boost morale among participating enterprises and staff from agencies under the Ministry of Labour.
July 12, 2025, 10.00 hours – Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, Permanent Secretary of Labour, presided over the opening ceremony of Vietjet Thailand Sky Career 2025. He was welcomed by Mr. Pinyot Phibulsonggram, Vice President of Commercial and Customer Service, along with the executive team of Vietjet Thailand, at Paragon Cineplex, 5th Floor, Siam Paragon, Pathumwan, Bangkok. Mr Boonsong expressed his pleasure and honour in taking part in the Vietjet Thailand Sky Career 2025 event, organised by Vietjet Thailand, noting that it provides an essential platform for the public, especially young people, to explore career paths and opportunities in the aviation industry, a key sector with strong potential to drive Thailand’s economic growth. He congratulated Vietjet Thailand for its rapid and sustained growth. He commended the airline’s clear commitment to supporting Thai labour, particularly by creating opportunities for youth to develop their potential, learn, and grow in a stable and sustainable career. As the Minister of Labour, he emphasized the Ministry of Labour’s focus on developing workforce skills that align with market demands, including professional, digital, and […]
June 10, 2025, 7.45 hours local time, Geneva, Switzerland – Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, represented Thailand at the ASEAN Labour Ministers’ Breakfast Meeting and prepared to deliver a statement at the 113th Session of the International Labour Conference (ILC) — a key milestone marking Thailand’s proactive role on the global labour stage in 2025. During the ASEAN Labour Ministers’ Breakfast Meeting, he held discussions with labour ministers and representatives from ASEAN member states, including Malaysia and Singapore, as well as ILO Director-General Mr. Gilbert Houngbo. All parties expressed appreciation to Malaysia for initiating “ASEAN Year of Skills 2025”, aimed at equipping the regional workforce to meet the challenges brought by AI, technological advancements, and the green economy. Later, at the 113th Session of the ILC, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, presented Thailand’s vision for workforce development under the theme “Jobs, Rights, and Growth”, reflecting this year’s ILO Director-General’s report. Joining the session were senior Thai labour officials, including Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, Permanent Secretary of Labour and the Director-Generals of the Departments of Employment, Skill Development, Labour Protection and Welfare, and the Secretary-General of the Social Security Office. […]
June 8, 2025, 14.00 hours – Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, presided over the opening ceremony of the 37th National Occupational Health and Safety Fair, or Thailand Safe@Work 2025, under the theme “Fostering a Culture of Safety for a Sustainable Thai Society.” Mr. Nantachai Panyasurarit, the Director of the Thailand Institute Of Occupational Safety and Health (TOSH), delivered the opening report. 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, Air Chief Marshal Athikun Kongmee, Advisor to the Minister on Illegal Worker Management, Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, Permanent Secretary of Labour, Dr. Kamthon Chipchai-Issara, Chairman of the TOSH Board, Ms. Bubpha Rueangsud, Mr. Samat Pattamasukon, and Mr. Santi Nantasuwan, the Deputy Permanent Secretaries of Labour, Acting Second Lieutenant Somsak Promdam and Ms. Jirapa Boonrat, the Ministry of Labour’s Inspector-Generals, and the Ministry of Labour’s executives joined the occasion. The event drew participation from business representatives, government agencies, educational institutions, and workers from across the country at the Phoenix Hall, IMPACT Exhibition Center, Halls 11–12, Muang Thong Thani. Mr. Phiphat reaffirmed that […]
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 […]
June 3, 2025, 19.19 hours – Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, took part in the candle-lighting ceremony to offer blessings to Her Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana in celebration of Her Majesty’s birthday on June 3, 2025. The ceremony was presided over by Prime Minister Ms. Paetongtarn Shinawatra and her spouse and took place at the Sanam Luang ceremonial grounds in Bangkok. On this occasion, Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, Permanent Secretary of Labour, assigned Mr. Santi Nantasuwan, Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour, to join the ceremony as well. The event was attended by Cabinet members, representatives from various organizations, government agencies, the private sector, and members of the public, who came together in unison to offer their heartfelt blessings to Her Majesty at the Sanam Luang ceremonial grounds in Bangkok.
June 3, 2025, 08.00 hours – Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, presented a flower vase as an offering before the portrait of Her Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana and signed the royal well-wishing book in celebration of Her Majesty the Queen’s birthday on June 3, 2025. The occasion took place at the Red Room, Government Officers Building 904, within the Grand Palace.
