On November 29, 2019, at 10.00 hours, Labour Minister M.R. Chatumongol Sonakul co-chaired the signing ceremony of the Memorandum of Cooperation for development and enhancement of professional training for target groups. The MOC was signed between the Department of Women’s Affairs and Family Development, the Department of Skill Development, the Department of Employment, the Office of the National Digital Economy and Society Commission and the Electronic Transactions Development Agency. The occasion took place at the Pakorn Angsusingha Meeting Room, 2nd floor, Department of Social Welfare and Development, Ministry of Social Development and Human Security. The Ministry of Labour’s representatives included the Department of Employment’s Director-General Mr. Suchart Pornchaiwisetkun and the Department of Skill Development’s Director-General Mr. Tawat Benchatikul, who signed the Memorandum of Cooperation as well. The Labour Minister said that in the age of globalization, digital innovation, fast-paced changes, and the alpha era, these have affected the old world and type of work we are familiar with. Thus, there must be readiness in both skills and knowledge and thought processes for the workforce, which will directly affect the national economy for sustainable growth. Download Images […]
On November 29, 2019, Advisor to the Labour Minister Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jak Punchoopet chaired the Ministry of Labour’s Public Relations Working Committee Meeting No. 1/2019. The meeting considered guidelines for the Ministry of Labour’s public relations and took place at the ministry’s Operations Center (War Room), 5th floor, Ministry of Labour. DOWNLOAD IMAGES ————————- กองเผยแพร่และประชาสัมพันธ์
Download Images On November 27, 2019, at 09.00 hours, Advisor to the Labour Minister Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jak Punchoopet and committee delivered policies and working guidelines of labour graduates in Pattani. Director from the Office of Inspection and Evaluation Ms. Pattraporn Samatrat, Pattani Labour Officer Mrs. Suchinda Boon-ae and heads of government agencies under the Ministry of Labour in Pattani province, together with 195 labour graduates, welcomed the visiting committee Srinakara Room, 3rd floor, Southern View Hotel, Mueang, Pattani. Advisor to the Labour Minister emphasized the Ministry of Labour’s policy to create a quality workforce, import foreign workers under the MOU system, raise the level income for first-time workers, promote and develop Thai workers working abroad, establish social security systems and benefits, drive the promotion of work safety and protection for independent workers to have income, increase efficiency and resolve labor problems. It also focuses on establishing mechanisms for participation between public and private sectors, increasing the working potential of labour graduates and labour volunteers, and enhancing the level of service to people through electronic channels. Furthermore, the guidelines provide suggestions to adding value […]
On November 21, 2019, at 10.30 hours, Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol chaired the meeting of the Skill Development Promotion Committee No. 10/2019. The meeting took place at the Pakorn Angsusingha Meeting Room, 10th floor, Department of Skill Development. DOWNLOAD IMAGES ————————————– Division of Publoc Relations
The Permanent Secretary of Labour emphasized that the Ministry of Labour and agencies be proactive in their respective areas, reach out to victims and take legal action against forced labour and human trafficking, increasing efforts for workers of all nationalities to be protected and receive legal benefits. Download Images Today (November 18, 2019) at 09.00 hours, Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol chaired the opening ceremony of the workshop to increase the effectiveness on the prevention of forced labour and human trafficking by provincial labour offices in 2020. The occasion took place at Grand Room, 5th floor, Tharnthip Building, Chao Phraya Park Hotel, Bangkok. The Permanent Secretary of Labour said that “In the past, the Ministry of Labour has made many efforts to cooperate with all sectors to prevent human trafficking. There have been continuous important developments including determining measures to promote and protect the rights of workers of all nationalities equally, to meet international standards. The ministry has organized and increased the efficiency of foreign worker management, establishing strict inspection measures for organizations through a proper […]
On November 15, 2019, at 12.00 hours, Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol visited the Ministry of Labour’s Red Cross Fair booth in Lumpini Park, Rama 4 Road, Bangkok. The ministry’s executives also joined the occasion. Every day of the event will be supported by agencies under the Ministry of Labour, which will circulate as co-host of Ministry of Labour’s booth at the Red Cross Fair. This year celebrates the 126th year of the Thai Red Cross under the concept of “Under the Auspices of His Majesty the King, An Elegant Flow of Donation for Charity Can Be Achieved”. The event consists of educational activities to enhance professional skills with demonstrations and independent career training by departments under the Ministry of Labour. It will also host bingo games with many prizes to giveaway such as 1 salung of gold, half salung of gold and good quality electrical appliances for example. There will also be quality products on sale directly from manufacturers, such as products from Naraya, Phumuntra Herbs, Pasunan Lai Thai, Soi Suwan Cotton, Ananta Cotton, Jed Bai Tao James, shop from Winai Aranyik […]
On November 15, 2019, at 09.00 hours, Advisor to the Labour Minister Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jak Punchoopet chaired the opening of the workforce preparation program and activities to create a career guidance network (project to enhance vocational skills for students in underprivileged families who did not continue to study after mandatory education in Lampang). The advisor was joined together with Mrs. Theanrat Nawamawat, the Department of Employment’s Deputy Director-General, Mrs. Jarunee Kemarangsee from the Lampang Labour Office and heads of all departments under the Ministry of Labour. There were over 65 trainees from all schools in Lampang participating in the project at Wiang Phana Room, Lampang Hotel, Wiang Thong Hotel, Lampang. The vocational skills enhancement project for students in underprivileged families who did not continue to study after mandatory education, is an integration with many relevant government agencies that have come together to drive the benefit of the youth. The target group includes students in mandatory education or students who do not continue to study further. Together, the agencies find concrete supporting measures such as grants or other allowances for […]
The Permanent Secretary of Labour reported the progress in helping the Thai worker who died in Japan, as doctors identified symptoms of nephritis. The employer arranged the cremation ceremony and took care of expenses for the funeral and medical fees. The employer has also returned accrued wages and will deliver the remains to relatives in Thailand. On November 14, 2019, Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol reported the progress of assistance for Mr. Somsak Kromthaisong, a Thai worker who died in Japan on November 2, 2019. Doctors said that he had symptoms of nephritis. The Labour Office in Japan gave an update on November 12, explaining that the employer arranged the cremation ceremony of Mr. Somsak, where relatives and colleagues also joined the service. Minister Counselor (on labour) Mr. Saichon Aknitwong also participated in the ceremony. The employer covered the cost of the cremation and will deliver the remains to relatives in Thailand. In addition, the employer said that would cover the cost of medical expenses owed to the hospital, approximately 100,000 Yen, and will return outstanding wages to the deceased’s […]
On November 4, 2019, Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol performed official duties in Genva, Switzerland. He discussed with H.E. Mr. Sek Wannamethee, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Thailand to the United Nation, the standing of the Thai government and ASEAN parties at the 337th session of the Governing Body at the ambassador’s residence. Official from the European Commission on Employment, Social Affairs & Inclusion Mrs. Evelyn Pritchot also met with the Permanent Secretary for an introduction and to join in discussing the planning of the Thailand- EU Labuor Dialogue at the International Labour Organization Headquarters. The Thai Ministry of Labour will host the event which is expected to be held in February 2020. +++++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations
On November 4, 2019, the Permanent Secretary of Labour and delegation attended the 337th session of the Governing Body at the International Labour Organization headquarters, Geneva, Switzerland. The Permanent Secretary of the Labour issued a statement on behalf of ASEAN parties entitled “The agenda of the Annual International Labour Organization’s Conference (ILC) to be held in the future” which the ASEAN Member States attach great importance and agree to support. “Life Long Learning” will be a general discussion agenda at the 109th ILC meeting in 2020, as global changes in the working world has resulted in challenges in learning and skill development, which is essential to the future for the reform of the workforce. On this occasion, the Permanent Secretary of Labour had a discussion with the ILO’s Assistant Director-General and Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific Ms. Tomoko Nishimoto, about the organization of the Asia and the Pacific Regional Meeting (APRM), which Singapore will host around April 2021. He also gave notice that both ILO offices at the United Nations Building in Bangkok are closed for repairs. As a result, […]
On October 30, 2019, at 10.00 hours, Assistant to the Permanent Secretary of Labour Mrs. Phattana Phanfak chaired the working group meeting on for the Global Compact on Refugees (GCR) and Global Compact on Migration (GCM) for the second time. The meeting took place at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, whereby the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Mrs. Kanchana Patarachoke) chaired the meeting. This meeting discussed and requested comments from the working group as follows: 1. Progress of Thailand’s actions in accordance with the objectives of the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration totaling 23 items. 2. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs will propose to the Cabinet, to request funding for safe, orderly and regular migration, in the amount of USD 25,000, for a one-time payment (not bound with the next fiscal year). The fund is a new and Thailand will be the third country to support the establishment of the fund. 3. Joint consideration in drafting the UN Network on Migration, which has 4 main plans: (1) Establishing capacity building mechanisms (2) Potential development of the GCM implementation […]
On October 30, 2019, at 14.00 hours, Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol chaired the meeting to review the indicators under the Labour Action Plan (2020 – 2022) at the Prasong Rananant Conference Room, 5th floor, Ministry of Labour. DOWNLOAD IMAGES ————————————– Division of Public Relations
Today (October 29, 2019) at 10.00 hours, Assistant to the Labour Minister, Dr. Duangrit Benjathukul Chairungrueng chaired the meeting to discuss solutions to the issues presented by the Assembly of the Poor (under the responsibility of the Ministry of Labour), which has issues on demands from the Assembly of the Poor. The 2 proposals were 1) Labour issues 2) The Ministry of Labour’s policy proposals. Therefore a meeting was held to discuss with the relevant agencies which invited 3 provinces, including Chon Buri, Rayong, and Chanthaburi, to participate in the meeting via video conference to jointly solve the problems of the Assembly of the Poor related to the Ministry of Labour. The meeting also followed up on the progress of demand. The meeting took place at the Ministry of Labour’s meeting room, 5th floor, Ministry of Labour. Download Images +++++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations/ 29 October 2019
Today (October 29, 2019) at 14.00 hours, Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol welcomed HRH Princess Soamsawali and HRH Princess Bajrakitiyabha, at a symposium following up on PrEP pre-exposure HIV prevention medicine services in Thailand. The seminar took place in the multipurpose room, 13th floor, Bhumisiri Mangkalanuson Building, Chulalongkorn Hospital, Thai Red Cross. Download Images The AIDS Research Center at the Thai Red Cross, in collaboration with government agencies, community organizations, and foreign organizations jointly organized a symposium to monitor the progress of PrEP services in Thailand, in honour of HRH Princess Soamsawali, who has been named the Goodwill Ambassador for HIV Prevention in Asia and the Pacific. +++++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations/ News & photos by Pariyaron Phromsakha Na Sakonnakhon/ 29 October 2019
The Ministry of Labour gave clarity on the unemployment situation that is not a concern as the rate has decreased both from last month and the same period the previous year. The ministry also emphasized that the government sector provides job application services through many channels. The Ministry of Labour’s Inspector-General Mr. Apinya Sujarittanan, as the ministry’s spokesperson, said that from the National Statistical Offices data, there are 38.42 million people in the workforce, of which 37.78 million people are employed. This statistic includes workers in agriculture, manufacturing, services, and trade sectors. The unemployed population is 377,000 people or 1.0 percent of the total workforce. Compared to the same period last year, the unemployment rate was 1.1 percent, reflecting an unemployment rate that is not problematic or worrisome. In this regard, Labour Minister M.R. Chatumongol Sonakul has not ignored the unemployment situation. The Labour Minister views the situation as not to be worried about and has instructed the Ministry of Labour to lay out ways to help the unemployed. It has collaborated with Chulalongkorn University to create a database for future labour demand, in preparation to match demand to supply […]
