Ms. Trinuch Thienthong, Minister of Labour, disclosed figures on job placements between September 26, 2025, and February 1, 2026, stating that 66,741 people were placed in jobs domestically through the Thai Mee Ngan Tham (Thailand Has Jobs) system. Most placements were in the manufacturing sector, sales staff, general office personnel, warehouse staff, and drivers. In addition, the JOB EXPO THAILAND 2026, held from January 16–18, 2026, resulted in a further 3,795 people being successfully placed in employment. The Labour Minister stated that the deployment of Thai workers overseas has also achieved highly satisfactory results. During the period from September 26, 2025, to February 1, 2026, the Ministry of Labour successfully facilitated the overseas employment of 40,086 Thai workers, representing 77.09% of the target of 52,000 placements. The figures, categorised by mode of deployment, include: 6,131 workers deployed by the Department of Employment; 11,859 workers deployed through recruitment agencies; 2,564 workers taken overseas by employers; 464 workers sent overseas for training by employers; and 19,068 workers who travelled independently or through re-entry arrangements. Ms. Trinuch added that she has […]
January 29, 2026, at 8.00 hours – Ms. Trinuch Thienthong, Minister of Labour, presided over the 100-day merit-making ceremony and an alms-giving to 10 monks and novices, dedicated as a royal merit to Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, The Queen Mother, on the occasion marking 100 days since Her Majesty’s passing. The ceremony was attended by Pol. Lt. Col. Wannapong Kotcharak, Permanent Secretary of Labour, senior executives of the Ministry of Labour, as well as civil servants and officials of the Ministry of Labour. The event was held at the Child Development Promotion Centre for the Ministry of Labour Personnel.
On April 20, 2025, at 13.30 hours, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, chaired the meeting of the heads of departments under the Ministry of Labour in Trang Province to inspect, follow up and drive 100 percent of foreign workers in the social security system. Mr. Songklod Sawangwong, Governor of Trang Province, welcomed the delegation. 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. Phumipat Mueanchan, the Ministry of Labour’s Spokesperson, and Mr. Somchai Morakotsriwan, Director-General of the Department of Employment, Mr. Phatthawut Phesala, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Skill Development, Mr. Surasit Srikaew, Deputy Secretary-General of the Social Security Office, and heads of agencies under the Ministry of Labour in Trang Province, joined the meeting at the Trang Skill Development Office meeting room, Kantang District, Trang Province. In Trang Province, there are 14,806 foreign workers, 7,331 of whom have registered as insured persons. Before the meeting, the Minister of Labour and his team viewed the products of occupational groups that have been promoted […]
On March 6, 2025, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, chaired the State Enterprise Labour Relations Committee (SELR) Meeting No. 2/2025, at the Prof. Nikom Chantravitun Meeting Room, 5th floor, Department of Labour Protection and Welfare. Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Lieutenant Commander Saroj Khomkhai, the Director-General of the Department of Labour Protection and Welfare, and the new State Enterprise Labour Relations Committee, which consists of three parties, employers, employees and the government, attended the meeting. Mr. Phiphat said that the meeting focused on developing welfare, protecting labour rights, and strengthening labour relations in state enterprises, with the following key issues for consideration: Adjusting wages of state enterprises. The parties agreed to define the scope of employment conditions related to finance by adjusting wages not to exceed 10 percent of the current wages received within 2 years. The adjustment must consider the financial status, performance of the business, and procurement of each state enterprise. Currently, it is in the process of listening to opinions from the Office of the Civil Service Commission and presenting them to the Cabinet. Expand welfare for state enterprise workers. The meeting agreed […]
On January 11, 2025, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labour, chaired the scholarship award ceremony on the occasion of National Children’s Day 2025 by the Ministry of Labour. The Labour Minister gave an opening speech, gave gifts to children, and visited activity booths organized by agencies under the Ministry of Labour and business establishments. Mr. Siraphop Duangsodsri, Assistant to the Labour Minister, Mr. Aree Krainara, the Secretariat to the Labour Minister, and Mr. Phuchong Worasri, assigned to the Office of the Prime Minister and currently serving at the Ministry of Labour, also joined the occasion. Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, gave a report. The Ministry of Labour’s executives and civil servants, parents, children, students, the Din Daeng Flat community, and children of the workforce joined the event, which took place in the lobby on the ground floor of the Ministry of Labour’s Building, Mitmaitri Road, Din Daeng District, Bangkok. Mr. Phiphat welcomed everyone who joined the Ministry of Labour’s National Children’s Day 2025 event. This year, the government announced the Children’s Day slogan as “Every opportunity is a learning experience. Be ready to adapt to the future […]
On November 19, 2024, the Labour Minister, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, the Ministry of Labour’s Inspector-General and Acting Secretary-General of the Social Security Office, Mrs. Marasri Jairangsi, the Social Security Advisory Board (No. 14), executives and relevant officials of the Social Security Office under the Ministry of Labour, met with executives of the EQT Fund Management in Stockholm, Sweden. Mr. Phiphat said that the reason that he, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, and the Social Security Advisory Board (No. 14) traveled to Sweden this time was to study and exchange investment perspectives on the role and benefits of investing in private equity assets, by listening to a presentation on the investment process and strategies in private equity assets in which EQT Fund Management has expertise, namely the Global Private Infrastructure and Global Private Equity groups. Mr. Phiphat added that this discussion also followed up on the performance of the funds that the office is investing in, which was found to be in the investment period and had received […]
On November 6, 2024, the Labour Minister, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, chaired the opening ceremony of the kickoff activity for the electrical system repair services in houses and buildings affected by the flood in Chiang Rai Province. The initiative aims to help restore and relieve the suffering of the people affected by the floods. The Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Boonsong Thapchaiyut, the Department of Employment’s Director-General, Mr. Somchai Morakotsriwan, the Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour and Acting Director-General of the Department of Skill Development, Mr. Decha Phruekpattanarak, the Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour and Acting Director-General of the Department of Labour Protection and Welfare, Lieutenant Saroj Komkhai, and executives from the Ministry of Labour attended the occasion. The Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior and Acting Deputy Governor of Chiang Rai Province, Mr. Chotinarin Ketsom, the Deputy Governor of Chiang Rai Province, Mr. Damrongsak Yotthongdee, leaders of local administrative organizations, volunteer electrical repair technicians in houses and buildings, and Mae Sai residents joined in welcoming them at Ban Ko Sai, Mae Sai Subdistrict, Mae Sai District, Chiang Rai Province. Mr. Phiphat said that the Ministry of Labour has […]
On September 19, 2024, the Labour Minister, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, and the Deputy Minister of Education, Mr. Surasak Pancharoenvorakul, presided over the signing ceremony of the Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation in promoting employment for students during the school break. The Department of Employment’s Director-General, Mr. Somchai Morakotsriwan, gave a report. The Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Pairoj Chotikasathien, and the Ministry of Labour’s executives joined to honour of the event. Executives from agencies under the Ministry of Labour, representatives from the Ministry of Education, and representatives from 22 establishments signed the agreement at the meeting room, 5th floor, Ministry of Labour. The Labour Minister, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, said that in line with the policy of Prime Minister Ms. Paethongtarn Shinawatra, who emphasizes laying the foundation for human resource development by creating opportunities for all Thais to have the chance to work, receive appropriate protection rights and compensation to improve the quality of life for all Thais, especially students who are one of the critical labour forces to drive the economy of Thailand in the future, the Ministry of Labour has therefore signed a Memorandum of […]
On June 24, 2024, the Labour Minister, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, paid a visit to give encouragement and advice to 309 Thai workers who received training before traveling to work in Israel. The Labour Minister’s Advisor, Mr. Thanat Thaweekueakulkit, the Secretariat to the Labour Minister, Mr. Aree Krainara, from the Prime Minister’s Secretariat’s Office, performing duties for the Ministry of Labour, Mr. Phuchong Worasri, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Pairoj Chotikasathien, the Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Decha Phruekpattanarak, and the Assistant to the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Ms. Kornjirat Phongchansathorn, and the Department of Employment’s Director-General, Mr. Somchai Morakotsriwan gave a report. The Ministry of Labour’s executives and workers receiving the training joined the occasion at the meeting room on the 5th floor, Ministry of Labour. The Labour Minister, Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, said that the Ministry of Labour prioritizes the safety of Thai workers. The Department of Employment announced the “cancellation in the delay of sending Thai workers to work in Israel through all means of travel” under the condition that Thai workers will travel to work in “green spaces,” which are safe areas. […]
On September 12, 2022, at 09.30 hours, the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Boonchob Suttamanaswong, chaired the Labour Welfare Committee Meeting No. 10/2022. The meeting took place at the Department of Labour Protection and Welfare’s meeting room, 8th floor, Ministry of Labour. +++++++++++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations
The Foreign Worker Management Policy Committee prepared a proposal to the Cabinet to extend the service period for CI centers in 4 provinces of Samut Sakhon, Samut Prakan, Ranong, and Chonburi, to February 13, 2023. and approve the amendment of the Ministry of Labour’s announcement on allowing migrant workers with high potential to work in the Kingdom as a special case, following the economic and investment stimulus measures. On September 2, 2022, the Labour Minister, Mr. Suchart Chomklin, chaired the Foreign Work Management Policy Committee Meeting No. 3/2022. The Labour Minister’s Advisor, Mrs. Thiwalrat Angkinan, Secretariat to the Labour Minister, Mr. Suthep Chitvong, the Department of Employment’s Director-General, Mr. Pairoj Chotiksetian, the Ministry of Labour’s executives, and relevant agencies joined the meeting at the Prasong Rananant meeting room, 5th floor, Ministry of Labour. The meeting approved the extension of the period for the center to consider granting permission to stay in the Kingdom, issuing permits, issuing certificates of identity (CI), and permission for migrant workers to work in the Kingdom as a special case following the economic stimulus and investment measures by attracting high-potential migrant […]
On June 9, 2022, the Labour Minister Mr. Suchart Chomklin delivered a statement at the 110th International Labour Conference in Geneva, Switzerland. Assistant to the Labour Minister Mr. Surachai Chaitrakulthong, Assistant Minister from the Prime Minister’s Office, performing duties for the Ministry of Labour Police Major General Nantachat Supamongkol, Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Boonchob Suttamanaswong, the Ministry of Labour’s executives, government representatives, employer, and employee representatives also joined the event. Mr. Suchart said that he congratulated the ILO for organizing this conference as a good sign showing revival. Most importantly, he thanked Mr. Guy Rider for his leadership and dedication during his tenure. Before the COVID-19 situation, Least Developed Countries (LDC) faced challenges in many ways. Today, achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is even more difficult. Thailand is a partner and has worked with ASEAN countries, including in Asia and Africa, especially in social security, professional skill development, and skill standard systems. He said that Thailand would like to support and appreciate the Director-General’s efforts to focus on the issues of LDC and include them on the COVID-19 impact agenda, enabling […]
On June 8, 2022, Labour Minister Mr. Suchart Chomklin, Assistant to the Labour Minister Mr. Surachai Chaitrakulthong, Assistant Minister from the Prime Minister’s Office, performing duties for the Ministry of Labour Police Major General Nantachat Supamongkol, Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Boonchob Suttamanaswong, the Ministry of Labour’s executives, government representatives, employer, and employee representatives traveled to Geneva in Switzerland between June 7 to 13, 2022, to join the 110th International Labour Conference (ILC) which took place in a hybrid form, following Thailand’s membership since its establishment in 1919. In the meeting, the Labour Minister had an agenda to meet Mr. Guy Rider, Director-General of the International Labour Organization, to discuss labour affairs and give a statement to the general meeting on June 9. Mr. Suchart said that the essence of the 100th ILC included regular agendas, consisting of the ILO Director-General’s reporting and reports from the Chairperson of the Governing Body, plans, budgets, and reports on the implementation of conventions and recommendations. The meeting also included road agendas, consisting of setting standards for internships, revolving discussions on Strategic Employment Goals, and […]
On May 24, 2022, at 13.30 hours, Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Boonchob Suttamanaswong, presided over the preparation meeting on the subject matter for tripartite representatives attending the 110th session of the International Labour Conference (ILC). The meeting was hosted to rehearse the understanding of tripartite representatives comprising government representatives, employer representatives, and employee representatives. Assistant to the Permanent Secretary of Labour, Mr. Samat Pattamasukon, also joined the occasion at the Trithep Meeting Room, 7th floor, 25th Anniversary Building, Department of Skills Development. +++++++++++++++++ Division of Public Relations 24May 2022
Labour Minister Mr. Suchart Chomklin revealed that the Prime Minister and Minister of Defense General Prayuth Chan-ocha and Deputy Prime Minister General Prawit Wongsuwan, who supervises the Ministry of Labour, have continually monitored the impact of the Ukraine-Russia conflict, including the situation of the Covid-19 pandemic. The government has not stayed still and is concerned about the people and workforce. The situation is considered a double crisis, with both the pandemic and war occurring. Therefore, measures have been issued to help heal and reduce the impact. The Ministry of Labour has taken steps to reduce the expenses of the people and the cost of production for employers. It has taken actions to reduce the contributions for both employers and insured persons in all sections, including Sections 33,39, and 40, for three months, from May to July 2022. Approximately 24.2 million workers will receive assistance from the Ministry of Labour, valued at approximately 34,540 million Baht, resulting in over 100 billion Baht circulating in the economy. Mr. Suchart continued that the measure to reduce the contributions covers 11.2 million insured persons under Section […]
On November 22, 2021, at 13.30 hours, Permanent Secretary of Labour Mr. Boonchob Suttamanaswong chaired the preparation of tripartite delegates to attend the second part of the 109th Session of the ILC. The occasion took place at the Prasong Rananant Conference Room, 5th floor, Ministry of Labour. ——————————— Division of Public Relations
