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          Secretariat to the Labour Minister commenced the forum to exchange ideas and amendments to regulations, to resolve issues of deploying Thai workers abroad, guidelines to expand the labour market and facilitate and improve efficiency in sending more Thai workers abroad.   Download Images      On November 13, 2019, Secretariat to the Labour Minister Lt. Gen. Nanthadet Meksawat chaired the workshop to resolve issues of deploying Thai workers abroad, at Vibhavadi Ballroom, 4th floor, Princeton Park Suites Hotel, Bangkok. The Department of Employment’s Director-General Mr. Suchart Pornchaiwisetkun welcomed President of the Thai Overseas Employment Association Ms. Aranya Sakulsakosol, who gave a report. The association’s president said that it was a good opportunity for the Secretariat to the Labour Minister to host a meeting to give the association an opportunity to present issues regarding the ministry’s laws and regulations which pose as an obstacle to deploying Thai workers abroad. It was also a good opportunity to present guidelines on expanding the labour market to make the exchange of views more concrete.      The Thai Overseas Employment Association was registered in 2003. There are now 83 […]

         On November 13, 2019, at 09.00 hours, Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol led the executive committee and staff to give birthday blessings to Secretariat to the Labour Minister Lt. Gen. Nanthadet Meksawat. The occasion took place at the Office of the Labour Minister’s Secretary, 6th floor, Ministry of Labour.   Download Images   ————————————–     Division of Public Relations/ News & photos by Chanchai Chaonongphian/ 13 November 2019  

          The Permanent Secretary of Labour commenced the Learning and Training Center for the Toyota Workers Union in Chachoengsao to strengthen labour relations and prepare workers to adapt to the environment. It also instills commitment to cooperate with employers in the development of the national economy and industrial business development to meet international standards.   Download Images           Today (November 12, 2019) at 11.30 hours, Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol presided over the opening ceremony of the Learning and Training Center of the Toyota Thailand Workers Union, in Song Khlong, Bang Pakong, Chachoengsao. The Permanent Secretary of Labour said that “The Toyota Thailand Workers Union is an employee organization that has been established for 38 years now. It started from the unity and reconciliation of members that help push the administration of labour unions and has been operating for long now. Most recently, it established the Learning and Training Center for the Toyota Workers Union in Thailand, as a place to organize activities and provide knowledge to union members. It is a source of learning and development of guidelines for […]

          On November 8, 2019, at 14.00 hours, Advisor to the Labour Minister Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jak Punchoopet inspected and followed-up operations of the Samut Songkhram Skill Development Office, as well as the results of the 1 Tambon 1 Village, Universal Social Security Project at Sala Prachakhom, Saphan Boonyindee Village, Moo 5, Mueang Mai, Amphawa, Samut Songkhram.   Download Images             In 2020, the Ministry of Labour established an urgent policy to promote protection and develop informal workers to have a career, income, social security, and a better quality of life. The Ministry of Labour is aware and gives importance to such matters, where, in the past, it has propelled policies to concrete results. Agencies under the Ministry of Labour in Samut Songkhram have integrated the creation of a model to assist informal workers in 2 areas, including an integrated project to promote, protect, and develop informal labour in Samut Songkhram by jointly arranging training courses to elevate training in product development in line with market demand. The training in April 2019 practiced how to make hot-pressed coconut oil with avocado […]

         On November 8, 2019, at 09.00 hours, Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol assigned Assistant to the Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Niyom Songkaew presided over the opening ceremony of the training course on the Development of Civil Service Personnel of the Ministry of Labour, Batch 24, Jompol P. Pibulsongkram, 5th floor, Ministry of Labour. The training aims to instill a philosophy of being a competent government official and build capacity and skills required for civil service. It also seeks to promote morals, ethics, teamwork, and good rapport, and develop a working network. The course focuses on learning from past experiences of expert speakers, study trips, and hands-on practice in and out of the classroom. The training schedule is between November 8-17, 2019, for a total of 10 days. The trainees are from all departments under the Ministry of Labour, both in the central and regional areas, totaling 127 people. Trainees consist of 3 people from the Department of Employment, 20 people from the Department of Skill Development, 34 people from the Department of Labour Protection and Welfare, 58 people from the Social Security Office, […]

          On November 8, 2019, at 10.00 hours, Prime Minister General Prayuth Chan-ocha chaired the summary of the ISOC’s 2019 performance and announced the operations plan for 2020. The ISOC Secretary-General, General Thirawat Bunyawat, reported on the purpose of the event on behalf of the Prime Minister. Labour Minister M.R. Chatumongol Sonakul and Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol also participated in the event, which took place at the Santi Maitri Building (outside), Government House, Bangkok.           Participants in the event consisted of the National Security Commission, head of governments, top management of units reporting to the ISOC in both central and provincial areas, and the cabinet in the new government. The event was an excellent opportunity to be informed of the performance and acknowledge the Prime Minister’s policies, as the Director-General of Internal Security Operations Command, which will be bestowed as a guideline for operations in both the ISOC and operations with all relevant sectors.   Download Images   ——————————- Division of Public Relations/ News & photos by Chaninthorn Phetthap/ 8 November 2019

          Today (November 7, 2019), at 10.00 hours, Labour Minister M.R. Chatumongol Sonakul, Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol and the ministry’s executives had discussion with the Migrant Working Group (MWG) to exchange views about migrant management. The meeting took place at the Saengsingkaew conference room, 5th floor, Ministry of Labour. Download Images     +++++++++++++++++++     Division of Public Relations/ News & photos by Pariyaron Phromsakha Na Sakonnakhon/ 7 November 2019

          Today (November 7, 2019), at 09.00 hours, Labour Minister M.R. Chatumongol Sonakul, Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol and the ministry’s executives met with the Labour Outsourcing Business Association about obstacles in managing foreign workers and practical solutions for labour outsourcing businesses. The meeting also discussed difficulties that occur to businesses in outsourcing services and problems faced by various operators. The meeting took place at the Saengsingkaew conference room, 5th floor, Ministry of Labour. Download Images   +++++++++++++++++++     Division of Public Relations/ News & photos by Pariyaron Phromsakha Na Sakonnakhon/ 7 November 2019

          Today (November 7, 2019), at 13.00 hours, Labour Minister M.R. Chatumongol Sonakul, Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol and the ministry’s executives, welcomed President of the Institute for Occupational Safety, Health and Environment (TOSH) General Aphichat Saengrungrueng and executive committee to meet members and introduce the missions of TOSH. The occasion took place at the Saengsingkaew conference room, 5th floor, Ministry of Labour.     Download Images   +++++++++++++++++++     Division of Public Relations/ News & photos by Pariyaron Phromsakha Na Sakonnakhon/ 7 November 2019

          Today (November 7, 2019), at 11.20 hours, Labour Minister M.R. Chatumongol Sonakul received a letter from representatives of the State Enterprises Workers’ Relations Confederation (SERC) and the Electricity and Water Network for the People, to ask for assistance. The NACC had filed a lawsuit against the leaders of the State Railway Workers’ Union of Thailand. The Labour Minister joined the discussion with the 15 representatives. Secretariat to the Labour Minister Lt. Gen. Nanthadet Meksawat, Assistant to the Labour Minister Mr. Duangrit Benjathukul Chairungrueng, Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol and the Department of Labour Protection and Welfare’s Director-General Mr. Apinya Sujarittanan also joined the discussion at the Saengsingkaew conference room, 5th floor, Ministry of Labour. Download Images +++++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations/ News & photos by Pariyaron Phromsakha Na Sakonnakhon/ 7 November 2019

            On November 7, 2019, at 14.00 hours, Labour Minister M.R. Chatumongol Sonakul gave an interview to Prachachat Newspaper on the Ministry of Labour’s implementations under the Workforce transformation policy. The interview took place at the Labour Minister’s meeting room, 6th floor, Ministry of Labour.     Download Images   ————————————————     Division of Public Relations/ News & photos by Chanchai Chaonongphian/ 7 November 2019

On November 6, 2019, at 18.00 hours, Labour Minister M.R. Chatumongol Sonakul presided over the show and led the Ministry of Labour’s executive committee to view the exhibition on knowledge about traveling along the capital city by the Royal Barge Procession, celebrating His Majesty the King’s coronation in 2019. The occasion took place at Sanam Luang, Bangkok. Download Images The exhibition, organized by the Ministry of Culture, is scheduled between October 24, 2019 to November 11, 2019. The event is open to the public 3 times per day, around 16:00 hours, 18:00 hours and 20:00 hours. The exhibition is displayed in 3 zones. The first shows coronations since the Rattanakosin period. The second zone features a show, with music, visuals and interactive media, in celebration of the royal grace. The third zone offers information about the royal barges from past to present. ————————- Division of Public Relations/ Photos by Sompob Silbut/ 6 November 2019

On October 30, 2019, at 19.00 hours, Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol chaired the opening ceremony for the reception of the new Director of the Friedrich Ebert Foundation in Thailand, Ms. Vesna Rodic. The occasion took place at the Kamonthip Room, Sukosol Hotel, Sri Ayutthaya Road, Bangkok. The Permanent Secretary showed appreciation through the German Ambassador to Thailand, on the vision of President Friedrich Ebert, an important person in German history. He was an ideological leader who led society to balance and reconciliation, which led to the establishment of the foundation. The Friedrich Ebert Foundation in Thailand is a partner that supports the Ministry of Labour’s work, in the history and development of labour. It is an example of an important collaboration and the start of the Thai social security system, which would not have happened without tripartite cooperation among academics, non-governmental organizations and network labour partners.         Mr. Suthi said that Thailand is facing challenges and changes from situations and developments that are rapidly occurring in Thailand, the region and the world. Examples of changes include technological advances and waves of the 4th Industrial Revolution and development to […]