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Workers can return to Israel after war
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 21/10/2023
» Israel is willing to welcome back Thai workers if and when the Israel-Hamas war de-escalates, according to the Labour Ministry's permanent secretary, Pairote Chotikasathien.
Capitalism 'a threat' to democratic progress, critics say
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 16/10/2023
» Thailand's democracy has not progressed much since the Oct 14 1973 student uprising, a forum was told.
Hamas attack survivors reunite with families
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 13/10/2023
» Somboon Saewang, 35, told the media he lost six friends who were sheltering in the same work camp during a Hamas attack in Israel.
Workers recall Hamas escape
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 15/10/2023
» Thai workers have shared experiences of their escape from the recent Hamas attacks in Israel, while a family member of a Thai worker has urged the government to review its decision to export Thai workers to dangerous red zones in Israel, particularly areas near the Gaza Strip.
Family in shock after Israel death
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 12/10/2023
» The family of a Thai worker killed on Tuesday in an attack in Israel pleaded on Wednesday for the government to help bring the victim's body back to his home in the northeastern province of Si Sa Ket.
Workers call for end to short-term contracts
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 08/10/2023
» About 600 workers demanded the government to end what they call unfair employment conditions and promote job security during a rally to mark World Day for Decent Work on Saturday.
Migrant worker crackdown
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 28/09/2023
» More than 3,000 migrants have been caught working without a permit as authorities crack down on those employed in jobs prohibited for foreign workers, according to the Department of Employment.
PM declares new fight on drugs
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 18/09/2023
» The government has vowed to make efforts to stamp out narcotic drugs, especially methamphetamine, within its four-year term as a new national agenda item.
SSF subscribers to elect new board members
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 11/09/2023
» Social Security Fund (SSF) members can for the first time elect new Social Security Board members in December, says permanent secretary for labour, Boonchob Suthamanuswong.
Expand welfare policies to boost economy, experts say
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 04/09/2023
» The government should boost the country's short-term economic growth by expanding state welfare policies to reduce inequalities in society, academics said at a seminar organised by the Thai Journalists' Association yesterday.