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 —————————-
H.E. Police General Adul Sangsingkeo, Minister of Labor, chaired the meeting to clarify the process of registration of visa and work permits of foreign workers from Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar after March 31, 2018. Mr. Jarin Chakkaphark, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Labor, Cambodian Ministry of Labor, and Myanmar, Head of the Lao Employment Adjustment Center Representatives from various agencies, The Ministry of Interior, Ministry of Public Health, National Police Agency Bangkok, The Ministry of Labor said in a statement today that the Ministry of Labor said that in order to provide registration of visas, visas and work permits for foreign workers from Cambodia, Laos, and Myanmar by June 30, 2018, the Ministry of Labor has set up a center for the registration of foreign workers, Ministry of Labor. The Minister of Labor Is an advisor, Ministry of Labor is a director of the center, and the Department of Employment is a secretary. OSS in Bangkok consists of four departments: the Ministry of Labor, the Tang Hua Seng Thonburi Department Store, Sirindhorn On-nut Hospital, and Sampheng 2 Road, Kalpapruek. There are 479,299 registered migrant workers. Preview Download Images […]
On December 15, 2017, at 11.30 am, H.E. Police General Adul Sangsingkeo, Minister of Labor with the management of the Ministry of Labor visited and encouraged trainees to upgrade their skills and standard Labour skills. Mr. Suthi Sukosol, Director-General of the Department of Labor Development, visited the Institute of Skill Development, Work 6, Khon Kaen, The Minister of Labor has offered to provide services to be a systematic and clean. Teachers should act as a model, teaching with knowledge, ideology, discipline, punctuality, curriculum, teaching materials, and the curriculum should have its own recipes. In addition, the government has provided guidelines for government officials working under the Ministry of Labor. To work united to propel government policies and urgent policies of the Ministry of Labor. Download Images ———————————
Mrs. Petcharat Sinauy, Deputy Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Labor was a president of the Anti-Corruption Commission and the Ministry of Labor No. 1/2017. The meeting considered the draft master plan to prevent Corruption and Misconduct of the Ministry of Labor (2017-2021) and draft action plan Corruption and misconduct of the Ministry of Labor (2017-2021) at the Executive Operation Room, Ministry of Labor. Preview Download Images
On September 4, 2019, at 13.00 hours, Labour Minister M.R. Chatumongol Sonakul and his advisory committee visited agencies under the Office of the Permanent Secretary. Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol and executives of the Office of the Permanent Secretary welcomed the visiting committee and introduced the agencies under the Minister of Labour. The committee visited the Strategy and Planning Division on the 13th floor, the Office of International Cooperation on the 12th floor, the Human Resources Management Division on the 10th floor, the Ministry of Labour’s Operations Center on the 5th floor, the Division of Labour Economics and the Office of Inspection and Evaluation on the 3rd floor and the Public Service Center on the 1st floor. The committee then visited the SSO Building, Zone 3 on the 9th floor to visit the Information and Communication Technology Center, Office of the Wage Commission, and the administrative system development group. Download Images ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations/ Photos by Sompob Silbut/ 4 September 2019
On Wednesday, September 4, 2019, at 09.00 hours, the Ministry of Labour’s Inspector-General Mr. Somsak Apiwantanakul, presided over the workshop to increase the effectiveness of the prevention of labour trafficking, between September 4-5, 2019, at Grand Ratchada Room, 5th floor, Tharnthip Building, Chaopraya Park Hotel Bangkok. Download Images The workshop is courtesy of Police General Chatchawan Suksomjit (senator) and experts from the Faculty of Political Science Ramkhamhaeng University, who gave lectures on human trafficking prevention and protection of the rights of workers of all nationalities following international standards. The talks also covered management of foreign workers in the system, including the ratification of the Protocol under the 29th ILO Convention on forced labour, the ratification of the ILO Convention No. 188 on Working in the Fisheries Sector, as well as cooperation with all sectors in prevention of human trafficking and forced labour, government and international organizations, private sector, civil society and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). Approximately 200 participants attended the workshop. +++++++++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations/ News & photos by Chanchai Chaonongphian/ 4 September 2019
The Ministry of Labour organized a press conference for the Thailand Labour Management Excellence Award 2019, to honour establishments with excellent labour management systems, competing for the Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Royal Trophy, on September 9, 2019, at Impact Muang Thong Thani. On September 4, 2019, at 10.00 hours, Labour Minister M.R. Chatumongol Sonakul presided over the press conference of the Thailand Labour Management Excellence Award 2019. Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol, Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Vivat Jiraphanvanich and committee also attended the conference at the Prasong Rananant Conference Room, 5th floor, Ministry of Labour. The award is given to promote bilateral mechanisms to improve the quality of life of workers and praises establishments committed to improving labour management to international standards. It is also an incentive and an example for other establishments to improve labour management. The Ministry of Labour, therefore, organizes the Labour Management Excellence Award for establishments with an excellent labour management system, in which businesses receive the award will receive a Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Royal Trophy. Download Images […]
The Labour Minister commenced the Social Security Office’s 29th anniversary event with plaques of honour to outstanding establishments which have benefited the office, and a plaque to hospitals at heart. The Labour Minister commended the Social Security Office for its continuous development towards the 30th year, aiming to strengthen the security in life for the insured. On September 3, 2019, Labour Minister M.R. Chatumongol Sonakul chaired the Social Security Office’s 29th anniversary. Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol, the Social Security Office’s Secretary-General Mr. Ananchai Uthaipattanachep, and the ministry’s executives also joined the event, which took place at the Social Security Office, Tiwanon Road, Talat Khwan, Mueang, Nonthaburi. The Labour Minister gave a speech the occasion of the Social Security Office’s 29th, commending the development of office, which has continuously developed social security as a dependency to provide security in the life of the workers. It has demonstrated a commitment to reform the national social security system into a new era and is trusted by the people. The office has provided insurers with a better quality of life, following the national strategy and government policy on […]
Today (September 2, 2019) at 14.00 hours, Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol assigned Assistant to the Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Niyom Songkaew presided over a meeting to prepare for urgent assistance in the floods in 25 provinces, to determine ways to help the people, workers, organizations, civil servants and officials from the Ministry of Labour at the war room, 5th floor, Ministry of Labour Building. The “Podul” storm together with the southwest monsoon prevailing over the Andaman Sea from August 29, 2019 to present, caused the sudden flooding in 25 provinces, namely Amnat Charoen, Krabi, Prachin Buri, Phrae, Nakhon Phanom, Chiang Mai, Roi Et, Ubon Ratchathani, Ranong, Phetchabun, Maha Sarakham, Khon Kaen, Nong Bua Lam Phu, Yasothon, Kalasin, Nan, Trat, Mukdahan, Uttaradit, Chaiyaphum, Surin, Phitsanulok, Phichit, Mae Hong Son and Chumphon, covering a total of 66 districts, 158 sub-districts, 372 villages, 1 municipality and 6 communities. +++++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations/ News & photos by Pariyaron Phromsakha Na Sakonnakhon/ 2 September 2019
On Friday, August 30, 2019, at the Grand Ballroom, the Emerald Hotel, Din Daeng, Bangkok, Labour Minister M.R. Chatumongol Sonakul presided over the award ceremony for the 45th WorldSkills Kazan 2019, held between August 22-27, 2019, in Kazan, Russia. Download Images Labour Minister M.R. Chatumongol Sonakul said that from the participation of Thai youths in the 45th National Skills Competition in Kazan, Russia, the Thai youths won 2 bronze medals and 12 commendation medals, from 25 people competing in a total of 23 branches. Today, the Ministry of Labour’s Department of Skill Development (DSD) has organized a ceremony to present certificates and awards to the participants in this competition, to give morale to all dedicated young people creating excellent outcomes and fame for the nation. Each bronze medalist was awarded 124,000 Baht, and each commendation medalist was awarded 51,000 Baht. For all participants, the Provincial Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand granted 10,000 Baht each. Winning the medals in the competition is a success showcasing the talent and potential of the young generation, officially seen on the world stage. […]
On August 29, 2019, the Ministry of Labour’s Inspector-General Mr. Somsak Apiwantanakul conducted the third round of monitoring/evaluation to follow up on the performance according to the government inspection plan, Inspection Area 2, Nonthaburi province. Heads of government agencies under the Ministry of Labour participated in the summary of the performance report at Nonsi Meeting Room, 3rd floor, Nonthaburi City Hall. Download Images —————————— Division of Public Relations/ 30 August 2019
On August 30, 2019, at 09.30 hours, Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol, chaired a meeting to follow up results of the Strategic Development Project on creating social security for informal workers. The meeting took place at the Permanent Secretary of Labour’s meeting room, 7th floor, Ministry of Labour. DOWNLOAD IMAGES ————————————– Division of Public Relations/
Today (August 30, 2019) M.R. Chatumongol Sonakul welcomed 14 Thai fishing crew members afloat in the sea in Somalia, arrived at Suvarnabhumi International Airport at 07.25 hours (August 30). All 14 crew members gave garlands to show their gratitude to the assistance provided to travel back to Thailand safely. The Labour Minister stressed that Thai workers traveling abroad for work do so correctly by the law, to ensure protection and avoid exploitation. Workers must also notify the Department of Employment about moving. The Ministry of Labour is prepared to apply for membership to help fund job seekers working overseas, to ensure the rights and benefits of employees and to help workers in trouble abroad. As for tracking the wage accrued from the employer, including the benefits that workers will receive, the Ministry of Labour and related agencies will provide further assistance. Labour Minister M.R. Chatumongol Sonakul gave a speech after welcoming the Thai workers. He said that today is the return of the Thai fishing crew who were cast off in Somalia on the Vadani 2 vessel. The team of 14 were the last set, […]
On August 29, 2019, at 13.30 hours, Labour Minister M.R. Chatumongol Sonakul presided over the ceremony on “employment promotion” for 2019. Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Suthi Sukosol and the ministry’s executives also participated in the service at the Jompol P. Pibulsongkram Conference Room, 5th floor, Ministry of Labour. The objective of the event was to honour organizations, agencies and individuals/groups with outstanding employment promotion benefits, as well as publicize cooperation of organizations that support employment promotion as a model of creating inspiration for society in line with the government’s policy for developing Thailand out of the middle-income trap. It also aims to help poverty and create sufficient income for the people to live a sustainable life by promoting all Thai people to have quality jobs, including showcasing social power in promoting employment for people of all ages. The Ministry of Labour’s Department of Employment is the primary agency that provides employment promotion services to working people of all target groups, focusing on promoting Thai people to have work in all areas and supporting stable and continuous employment throughout the working age. Download Images In addition, the event […]
Advisor to the Labour Minister visited Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya to commence a project to enhance knowledge about labour in educational institutions, promoting learning at all ages and integration in all sectors, along with counseling for further education for the youths to be able to choose a suitable career in line with the needs of the labour market. DOWNLOAD IMAGES On August 29, 2019, at 09.00 hours, Advisor to the Labour Minister Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jak Punchoopet presided over the opening of the project to enhance knowledge of labour in educational institutions at the King Rama VIII Auditorium, Ayutthaya Wittayalai School. Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, with the objective to improve knowledge about labour, duties, and information on labour markets, worldwide careers, worldwide education and other relevant information, the information can then be used as a guideline in choosing to study or choosing a career suitable to their knowledge, ability, interest, personality and in line with the needs of the labour market. Knowledge and understanding of safety in educational institutions were also shared. There are 400 students at the grade 12 level who are about to graduate from Ayutthaya Wittayalai School, […]
Assistant to the Permanent Secretary of Labour Mrs. Pattana Phanfak led the delegation attending the 4th Employment Working Group (EWG) in Matsuyama, Japan, between August 29-30, 2019. The meeting’s objective was to develop the draft the Minister’s Declaration on Labour and Employment G20 for 2019, finalize the direction of the future of work, with the people as the center before certification at the Ministerial Meeting on Labour and Employment G20 between September 1-2, 2019. The meeting focused on the discussion of new forms of work, the way forward, and additional details in conjunction with the draft declaration in the annex. Download Images The draft declaration consisted of 4 main topics: 1) policies related to the changing demographics structure to support the aging society 2) policies related to longer working life resulting from the aging society 3) New forms of employment such as long-term care and 4) gender equality promotion. The draft declaration is a document showing the intention of the G20 member countries and the countries that are invited to join (including Thailand as the ASEAN chair) towards policy direction […]
