On December 1, 2022, the Labour Minister, Mr. Suchart Chomklin, welcomed members of the Bangkok Mass Transit Authority State Enterprise Workers Union (BMTA), led by Mr. Sompong Sawasdeepap and his team. About 30 people came to submit a letter to the Labour Minister asking for help in cases where the employer did not pay wages to certain union members as they were deemed as interfering with union operations. The Ministry of Labour’s executives also attended the occasion at the Chatumongkol Room, 6th floor, Ministry of Labour. Mr. Suchart said that members of the Bangkok Mass Transit Authority State Enterprise Workers Union submitted a letter asking for support with the above issue, asking for help to verify whether the employer’s actions were valid. He said that the Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, General Prayuth Chan-ocha, and the Deputy Prime Minister General Prawit Wongsuwan, who oversees the Ministry of Labour, give importance to the suffering of all worker groups. The Ministry of Labour was instructed to conduct fact-finding to ensure that employees are entitled to legal protection. Initially, the Ministry of Labour’s Department […]
On November 30, 2022, the Labour Minister, Mr. Suchart Chomklin, joined the delegation of the Prime Minister and Minister of Defense General Prayuth Chan-ocha to visit Chiang Rai Province to follow up on the BCG Model Rice Conservation Project, Phase 1 pilot. He also chaired the event “Harvesting Rice to Save the World ” and join a discussion on the “Revolution of Farming for Sustainability .”The Chiang Rai Provincial Governor, Mr. Passakorn Bunyalak, and heads of government agencies under the Ministry of Labour in Chiang Rai Province, labour volunteers from Chiang Rai Province, and rice farmers in the area joined to welcome the delegation at Baan Chiangkhan, Moo 14, Sathan Subdistrict, Chiang Khong District, Chiang Rai Province. Mr. Suchart said that 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, emphasizes improving the quality of life of all workers. The workforce is considered an important part of driving the country’s economic and social development, especially over 22 million informal workers, including farmers, who are the majority of […]
On November 30, 2022, the Labour Minister, Mr. Suchart Chomklin, assigned the Ministry of Labour’s Spokesperson (on Politics), Mrs. Thienrat Navamawat, to visit the area, to meet and encourage homeworker groups. Khun Isada Chombuakham, the group’s president and members, welcomed the visiting committee at the Isada Cloth Bag Group’s office, house No. 35, Moo 2, On Tai Subdistrict, San Kamphaeng District, Chiang Mai Province. Mrs. Thienrat said that the government, under the leadership of Prime Minister and Minister of Defense General Prayuth Chan-ocha and Deputy Prime Minister General Prawit Wongsuwan, who oversees the Ministry of Labour, has focused on accelerating the promotion of occupations for people in various areas to support employment, and for people to have skills, careers and a stable income. Therefore, today, the Labour Minister, Mr. Suchart Chomklin, assigned her to visit the area to support the Isada Cloth Bag Group in San Kamphaeng, Chiang Mai Province. From her meeting with the group’s president, the group was registered as a work-at-home group with the Department of Employment on September 25, 2018. There are currently ten members. Members work in […]
On November 29, 2022, at 13.30 hours, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Boonchob Suttamanaswong, assigned the Ministry of Labour’s Inspector-General, Mr. Samat Pattamasukon, to chair the opening meeting to Review and Evaluate Thailand’s National Decent Work Plan 2019 – 2022 and the preparation of the new Thailand Decent Work National Plan 2023 – 2026. The meeting took place at the Kamolthip Room, Sukosol Hotel, Bangkok. He said that the Decent Work Country Program (DWCP) is a cooperation framework that the ILO has established with member countries as a reference document for providing assistance and support to member countries. It is formed by establishing strategies, guidelines, and clear goals that correspond to the context and urgent agenda, both economically and socially, to promote decent work for all. Thailand prepared its first DWCP in 2019. Tripartite representatives and the ILO signed a Memorandum of Understanding on the 2019-2021 DWCP on April 11, 2019, celebrating the ILO’s 100th anniversary. Subsequently, the tripartite committee to drive the implementation of the National Decent Work Plan for Thailand 2019-2021 agreed to extend the implementation period until the end of […]
On November 28, 2022, the Labour Minister, Mr. Suchart Chomklin, presided over the opening speech of the Assistant Minister’s Committee Meeting No. 10/2022. Assistant to the Labour Minister, Mr. Surachai Chaitrakulthong, the Assistant Minister’s Committee, the Ministry of Labour’s executives, and the meeting’s attendees have a welcome. The Ministry of Labour was honored to host this meeting at the Ampol Singhakowin Meeting Room, 6th floor, Social Security Office Administration Building, Nonthaburi Province, and online via teleconferencing system. Mr. Suchart said the Ministry of Labour was honored to host this Assistant Minister’s Committee meeting. He said that the meeting is of great importance. This is because the Assistant Minister’s Committee members are considered an important part of considering and evaluating the performance of the Assistant Ministers and recommending measures that are beneficial to the Cabinet of State affairs administration or the Ministers. The COVID-19 pandemic impacted businesses and workers widely throughout the two years that the Labour Minister has been in his role, in which important measures were launched to help the workforce and establishments. For example, in 2021, it launched stationary and […]
On November 26, 2022, the Labour Minister, Mr. Suchart Chomklin, gave an opening speech at the Automobile Labour Congress of Thailand’s Annual General Meeting No/ 15/2022. Chairman of the Automobile Labour Congress of Thailand, Mr. Manit Promkarikul, the Deputy Governor of Chonburi Province, Mr. Naris Niramaiwong, the Ministry of Labour’s executives, heads of government agencies under the Ministry of Labour in Chonburi Province, and labour leaders have welcome at the meeting room at D Varee Jomtien Beach Pattaya Hotel, Bang Lamung District, Chonburi Province. Mr. Suchart said that the government, under the leadership of Prime Minister General Prayuth Chan-ocha, gives importance to developing the quality of life for workers. The Automobile Labour Congress of Thailand is considered one of the mechanisms that will drive the automotive industry forward. In the past, the organization’s executive committee and members have jointly managed the work in harmony and unison, promoting the organization’s rapid growth in only 15 years. It operates based on good labour relations, collaborates with the Ministry of Labour and government agencies in various projects and activities, and is considered a good role […]
On November 24, 2022, at 13.00 hours, the Labour Minister, Mr. Suchart Chomklin, assigned Assistant to the Labour Minister, Mr. Surachai Chaitrakulthong, to deliver a special speech on “Thai Workers in Condominium-Related Businesses” at the opening ceremony of the seminar on “Dissecting the Condominium Business Strategy for 2023”. The event was organized to drive the country’s real estate business for continuous and sustainable growth. The occasion occurred at the Arnoma Grand Hotel, Ratchadamri Road, Bangkok. Mr. Surachai said that the “Dissecting the Condominium Business Strategy for 2023” seminar was important not only in the real estate business for condominiums but also important to the country’s overall economic system. This is especially for real estate operators of all sizes, gaining insights on the real estate market conditions and future trends. Participants today will receive knowledge and guidance for adjusting their business’s strategic plans to be more effective in aligning with target groups. It also helps to stimulate employment in real estate and related sectors after the COVID-19 pandemic. Mr. Surachai continued that during the COVID-19 situation, the Ministry of Labour had policies and measures to […]
On November 15, 2022, at 09.00 hours, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Boonchob Suttamanaswong, presided over the “Healthy Air Forum 2022” opening ceremony. President of the Indoor Air Quality Promotion Association, Asst. Prof. Dr. Pradipat Pongkiatkul reported the event’s objective at the Grand Ballroom, 5th floor, Grand Center Point Hotel, Terminal 21 Bangkok. Mr. Boonchob said indoor air pollution is a major global environmental and health problem. Most of the population lives inside houses or buildings rather than in outdoor spaces. In Thailand, buildings are being built rapidly, with residential buildings looking more modern and beautiful. At the same time, indoor air quality problems persist, such as dust, temperature, humidity, and poor ventilation, causing mould, bacteria, and carbon dioxide accumulation, which affects both the short and long-term health of residents and building occupants. Illnesses that it can lead to include Sick Building Syndrome (SBS), allergies and pneumonia caused by different types of fungi, and the common cold caused by exposure to humidity. The effects are a serious problem, and the initiation of gathering experts, academics, and knowledgeable people from the public […]
On November 14, 2022, the Labour Minister, Mr. Suchart Chomklin, spoke about Thailand, which was honoured to host the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting and related meetings between November 14 and 19 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center. The Ministry of Labour assigned the Department of Skill Development to join a booth to organize the Thai wellness massage and spa activities to support Thai and international press covering news of the APEC meeting, including thousands of delegates from economic zones attending the event. The activities aim to promote participation in presenting standardized Thai labour skills to foreigners in this event. It is considered a soft power of Thai people that spreads awareness of Thai art, culture, and identity to foreigners. Today, the Labour Minister assigned the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Boonchob Suttamanaswong, the Ministry of Labour’s Spokesperson (on Politics), Mrs. Thienrat Navamawat, and the Ministry of Labour’s executives to visit and inspect the massage services for Thai and foreign press covering news of the APEC meeting on the first day. The Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Boonchob Suttamanaswong, said that from […]
On November 10, 2022, at 15.30 hours, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Boonchob Suttamanaswong, presided over the working group meeting to consider promoting the status of labour graduates to government staff no. 1/2022. The Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mrs. Bubpha Phanpeng, the Ministry of Labour’s Inspector-General, Mr. Samat Pattamasukon, and relevant agencies under the Office of the Permanent Secretary of Labour attended the meeting at the Prasong Rananant meeting room, 5th floor, Ministry of Labour. The meeting considered the guidelines for preparing the new government employee rate framework. ++++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations 10 November 2022
On November 7, 2022, at 13.30 hours, the Labour Minister, Mr. Suchart Chomklin, assigned the Ministry of Labour’s Spokesperson (on Politics), Mrs. Thienrat Navamawat, to lead the Ministry of Labour’s management team to present a flower basket to congratulate Manager Daily on their 15th anniversary, stepping into their 15th anniversary. The Manager Daily Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Suwat Thongthanakul, was the recipient on this occasion. The Department of Employment’s Inspector-General, Mr. Sibmuenchai Phothisin, the Department of Labour Protection and Welfare’s Inspector-General, Mr. Krirkkrai Nasomyont, and representatives from the Office of the Permanent Secretary of Labour, the Department of Skill Development and the Social Security Office joined to congratulate them at the Chao Phraya House, Phra Athit Road, Chana Songkhram Subdistrict, Dusit District, Bangkok. ++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations 7 November 2022
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 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 October 30, 2022, at 09.29 hours, the Labour Minister, Mr. Suchart Chomklin, presided over the Ministry of Labour’s Royal Kathin Robe Ceremony for 2022 at Wat Juthathit Thammasaparam Worawihan Phra Aram Luang, Tha Thewawong Subdistrict, Koh Sichang District, Chonburi Province. The ceremony was an offer of royal merit to His Majesty the King. It is also a response to the monarchy to preserve and promote Buddhism. Assistant to the Labour Minister, Mr. Surachai Chaitrakulthong, the Chonburi Provincial Governor, Mr. Tawatchai Srithong, the Labour Minister’s Advisor, Mrs. Thiwalrat Angkinan, Assistant Minister from the Prime Minister’s Office performing duties for the Ministry of Labour, Police Major General Nantachat Supamongkol, Mr. Suthi Sukosol, Sergeant Major Yossingh Liamlert, the Ministry of Labour’s Spokesperson (on Politics), Mrs. Thienrat Navamawat and the Ministry of Labour’s executives and agencies under the Ministry of Labour in Chonburi province also joined the ceremony. The total amount of merit-making for 2022 was 6,270,199 Baht. Wat Juthathit Thammasaparam Worawihan Phra Aram Luang, Tha Thewawong Subdistrict, Koh Sichang District, Chonburi Province, is located at the head and foothills of Koh Sichang […]
On October 29, 2022, at 18.00 hours, the Labour Minister, Mr. Suchart Chomklin, presided over the Ministry of Labour’s Royal Kathin Robe Ceremony for 2022. Assistant to the Labour Minister, Mr. Surachai Chaitrakulthong, the Labour Minister’s Advisor, Mrs. Thiwalrat Angkinan, Assistant Minister from the Prime Minister’s Office, performing duties for the Ministry of Labour, Police Major General Nantachat Supamongkol, Mr. Suthi Sukosol, Sergeant Major Yossingh Liamlert, the Ministry of Labour’s Spokesperson (on Politics), Mrs. Thienrat Navamawat and the Ministry of Labour’s executives also joined the ceremony hall, Wat Juthathit Thammasaparam Worawihan Phra Aram Luang, Tha Thewawong Subdistrict, Koh Sichang District, Chonburi Province. The Labour Minister will preside over the ceremony to offer the Ministry of Labour’s Royal Kathin Robes for 2022 on Sunday, October 30, 2022, at 09.29 a.m. at the Ubosot of Wat Juthathit Thammasaparam Worawihan Phra Aram Luang, Tha Thewawong Subdistrict, Koh Sichang District, Chonburi Province. +++++++++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations
On October 27, 2022, the Labour Minister, Mr. Suchart Chomklin, presided over the 42nd Home & Condo Expo opening ceremony. The Ministry of Labour’s senior executives and relevant agencies also joined the occasion at Hall 5, Queen Sirikit Convention Center, Ratchadaphisek Road, Khlong Toei, Bangkok. Mr. Suchart said it had been known that, over time, the three main associations of the country’s real estate industry are the Thai Condominium Association, the Thai Real Estate Association, and the Housing Business Association. The three associations are an important force from the private sector, involved in the integration of real estate business and the drive of the overall national economy to expand and grow continuously and sustainably. The Home & Condo Expo is an important event not only for the real estate business but also important to the overall country’s economic system. Houses are still considered the fourth factor in living. The event is the largest housing expedition, with large, medium, and small real estate businesses coming together to offer a variety of projects to exhibit. The event allows consumers and the general public to buy a home, which is one of the […]
