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INFORMATIONS SSO announces 4.05% rate of gratuity granted for old age person Permanent Secretary of MOL opened ethics enhancing program Chawanont Creating Occupation-Generating Income Project presentable to National Labour Day enhance Thai skills capacity A group of labour inspectors from MOL supervised the Office of Labour Affairs Royal Thai Embassy Japan Thailand keeps in readiness to host the Asian Skill Competition ILO in Asia Pacific region discussed with Minister of Labour about the concerns on current situation affecting the APRM Labour Affairs of Royal Thai Embassy in Tel-Aviv visited Thai workers suffering from accommodation fire in Moshav Sittriya MOL explains assistance operation for affected labours after the closing of Ratchaprasong intersection. MOL granted the internship certificate to certify the completion of internship in Japan toThai trainee. The insured asked for compensation in case of unemployment Office of Labour Affairs, Malaysia visited youths and Thai females MOL established more service entities in 5 provinces The Office of Labour Affairs Royal Thai Embassy Malaysia organized a seminar on labour volunteer network Thailand Trade and Economic Office Labour Affairs Division Taipei organized 2010 Songkran Festival celebration in Taoyuan Last group of Thai workers of CKG were assisted Thai People in Brunei joined 2010 Songkran Festival Minister of Labour presided over the seminar on advising employers/entrepreneurs on legitimate migrant workers employment Office of Labour Affairs Riyadh welcomed Inspector General of MOL MOL to spend drought budget on drought areas to raise people income Minister of Labour chaired the placing headstone ceremony D-Day on 9th April 2010 to create job and generate income for the old-age nationwide on 10-14 April 2010 New Year wishes for workers, civil servants and officers MOL subcommittee on alien workers reorganization finds a resolution to protect suffering alien workers Minimum wage rate has been increased at 2-3 baht MOL set up 21 service centers along the main road all over the country between 12-18 April 2010 while Nonthaburi Provincial Skill Development Centre offering free car assessment and car washing services for people from Bangkok and Bangkok’s suburb areas between 7-9 April 2010 Invitation to join the Thai Songkran Festival in Brunei Year 2553. MOL pursues its effort to bring 146 Thai workers in Libya home Office of Labour Affairs in Taipei witnessed to granting compensation to Thai workers who died in Taiwan Thai Ambassador in Tel Aviv visited Thai workers at Nitzinie OZ MOL aims to counter labour shortage MOL sets to boost its strategies to enhance Thai workforce Academic advisor of MOL welcomed the group of Vietnamese officials Ministry of Labour organizes an ethical development program PM delivered a policy to officials of Royal Thai Embassy in Brunei. MOL administrators joined MOL Red Cross Fair 2010 Office of Labour Affairs in Japan arranged the voluntary training according to mental care and Thai worker networking Ubonratchathani Labour Office assisted people, who have experienced drought into its region, with creating jobs for increasing revenue. MOL coordinated with employee federation to overcome economic crisis MOL announced the notification of employment license cancelation. The result of ethics committee election Minister of Labour inaugurated the project of Thai workers respectively offer the promise and practice the dharma for cherishing Father of Thai people. Minister of Labour presided over the meeting to discuss with the entrepreneurs, employers and employees Employers, employees, and public nationwide please jointly do charity in the annual Red Cross Fair 2010, at the shop of Department of Labour field scout. MOL collaborated with Department of Juvenile Observation and Protection in vocational development of children and youths. MOL has continuously operated in activities benefiting to 38 billion workers that have been accepted on administration of government. The Office of Labour Affairs in Malaysia visited and assisted Thai labours in detention centre of KLIA Office of Labour Protection and Welfare Area 10 organized the project of promoting knowledge of labour law. Office of Labour Affairs, Malaysia assisted Thai workers DLPW arranged the 2nd class of CSR project stressing on reducing unemployment problems and increasing working capacity DLPW made an appointment to clarify safety legislation under the new ministerial regulations supporting national regulation in labour safety and good health. Labour volunteers in Singburi province visited the activities of Singburi Provincial Skill Development Center DSD collaborated with ILO in arranging skill development Free medical check-up for Thais and Thai workers in Brunei Office of Labour Affairs in Japan and representatives of IMM Japan visited trainees of Eikei Press Company Aggressively responding the labour shortage crisis with the project of "job and income generating to emerge strong Thai economy" The Office of Labour Affairs in Japan associated with Tokyo Embassy providing psychiatrists to train the mental health care for IMM trainees Deputy Permanent Secretary of MOL delivered sawing machines to the representatives of Triumph Company. The result of voluntary new graduate employment Project Director-General of DLPW visited Rayong Provincial SSO Thai Trade and Economic Office, Labour Affairs Division (Section 2 Taipei) had a meeting to prepare Songkran Festival. The Office of Labour Affairs in Malaysia visited Sarawak governmental agencies and had a chance to jointly respect the Chief Minister. MOL Inspector-General officially visited Prachuapkirikhan Province. SSO warns the insured to be aware of terrible diseases Malaysia joined the annual staff feast at the Odyssey Thai MOL Permanent Secretary gave an interview on ILO Japan opened up the training fund of IATSS Forum model 48 The Office of Labour Affairs in Malaysia joined the conference with the Malaysian Committee on Human Rights. A number of overstaying foreign workers have significantly decreased at the lowest for the last 12 years the new graduated to drive the mechanism “Labour Volunteer” MOL restructured the oversea workers recruitment process Applying to work in the Republic of Korea according to Employment Permit System for Foreign Workers (EPS) for the 5th (year 2008) and 6th (year 2009) of the passed-testing Korean Language labours. The Office of Labour Affairs in Malaysia discussed with Embassy of the Asian countries who supply labours to Malaysia. Social Security Office of Krabi Added 2 services in mobility Thai language and Thai Culture Week was organized in Brunei DLPW encourages private organizations to build up CSR Labour Affairs in Kaohsiung attended the conference of the Association of Southern Taiwan Employment. Representatives from the office of Labour Affairs in Singapore paid a Visit to Thai workers at the Murai Filing claims for unemployment benefits as of February 2010 Minister of Labour opened the key note address "Government policies:Woman worker’s rights". Association of Muslim Malaysian restaurant called the government to inspect foreign workers who will possibly affect Thai Tom Yam restaurant. MOL readies to set up database of informal workers in 38 provinces. MOL enlarged the framework on developing the workplaces covering all the types of businesses according to Thai workers standard. MOL prepares to arrange Mega Trend in Human Capital and Labour Productivity towards the Global Integration MOL hastens the building of language capability to Thai workers as foreign labour markets in quality. MOL provided an assistant to Thai workers who died in the affray MOL joined the Annual Red Cross Fair 2010 Minister of Labour went to Samutsakorn Province in order to ensue Myanmar nationality verification and extension of their work permit. MOL opens for donation and sale of charity goods The OVTA acknowledged MOL for previous cooperation Minister of Labour ordered DOE to penetrate Thai labour market MOL explained parties on the extending protection of informal labour Deputy Director-General of DLPW presided over the event of Taking an Oath of Allegiance, Practice Dharma to the Great Father of Thai People. The insured claimed the compensation in case of unemployment Sultan of Brunei has instruction on the 26 year anniversary. Office of Labour Affairs Malaysia visited Thai workers in Sabah. DLPW arranged Aids and tuberculosis monitoring project. Resolution in assistance of Triumph International Company MOL warns the extending of alien workers registration will end at the end of Feb 2010. Prachuabkirikhan Office of Labour arranged the urgent employment and Labour Skill Development Project. Deputy Director-General of Department of Labour Protection and Welfare handed out driving-approach of the national agenda. Phuket Province won the competition of activities within “TO BE NUMBER ONE” project year 2010 in the Southern Region of Thailand. Assistant Minister of Labour and the group paid a visit to Malaysia. Japan negotiated with MOL on the cooperation of tourism. Permanent Secretary of MOL signed a contract to send Thai interns to receive trainings, along with benefits equal to those of native labour in Japan. DLPW attends the elimination of Worst Forms of Child Labour Minister of Labour clarify about a decline in employment of Thai workers in Singapore. Minister of Labour called on Thai workers in Singapore Minister of Labour negotiated with Myanmar to proceed nationality verification. Director-General of Department of Labour Protection and Welfare welcomed HRH Princess Srirasmi at Kasem Phithaya School. Samut Sakhon governor visited workplaces. Committee of Office of the Crown Prince Hospital Foundation DSD collaborated with JAVADA in enhancing labour skill. MOL in collaboration with Dusit Thani arranged hotel stuff training MOL invites people to purchase Red Cross Ticket for making merit dedicated to Thai Red Cross Society. 13 labour delegates attended lectures on human rights and workers Minister of Labour delivered a policy and guideline to head official of Office of Labour Affairs in foreign countries. Director-General of DLPW presided over the opening of “Enhancing Knowledge on Ministerial Regulation, Administration and Safety Management Project” Pattani Provincial Labour Office orchestrated the plan, the community development in 5 southern bordering provinces. Random drugs inspection in the workplace in Angthong Office of Labour Affairs Riyadh in collaboration with Royal Thai Embassy in Tripoli in assisted Thai workers of CKG. IMM Japan in Tokai arranged intern party Riyadh Office of Labour Affairs met with delegates from Syria Hotel Stuffs Training arranged by DSD in collaboration with Dusit Thani Plc opens for enrollment. Nakornphanom Provincial Labour Office participated in the 13th Mekong River Agricultural Day and the 50 years rubber celebration DLPW summarized the associate judge election problems in the Central Labor Court. DLPW collaborated with Emergency Medical Institute of Thailand Executives of Fujikura Company met Director-General of DLPW Beside maternity benefit costs over 11 million baht Stringent measures for employing foreign workers in Singapore. Taiwan has benefited from the ASEAN Free Trade Agreement- China. Chief labour officer of Nakornnayok opened the training program “Sufficient Economy in Profession, Group 2.” Taiwan experiencing brain drain The insured shall claim social security benefits within 1 year DLPW organized the training to strengthen labour protection network and to help inform labour abuse. Study Malay language to create job opportunity Taiwan to launch home H1N1 vaccination service Minister of Labour reported the result of rescuing Thai crews from sunken ship of coast of Taiwan Triumph Protesters met Minister of Labour Labour Demand Tendency in Singapore Thailand Trade and Economic Trade Office,Labour affairs Division, Taipei visited ill Thai workers. Thailand Trade and Economic Trade Office,Labour affairs Division, Taiwan informed that Thai workers transferred a large amount of money via the grocery. Office of Labour Affairs, Brunei invites Thai workers/Thais to be educated legal knowledge and practice CLA to revise rules on hiring foreign workers The result of the insured service in applying benefits Deputy Director-General chaired the project on encouraging knowledge on AIDs and changing new attitudes at Phrabatnampu Temple Mahasarakham Provincial Office of Labour ensues the 17st cohort of sufficiency economy training project. Former workers of Triumph kindly requested for 560 sawing machines SSO collaborates with KrungThai Bank in adding more channels for paying social security contribution. DLPW seriously aids sufferers from labour trafficking. Warn Thai workers working in Malaysia beware being deceived MOL Inspector-General delivered a policy on official inspection to head of government agency Office of Labour Malaysia called on Thai workers who were detained at Detention Center for being repatriated. Office of Labour Malaysia offered foods alms to Buddhist monks Summary of situation of unemployment, dismissal and labour demand. CLA Taiwan will grant protection for caretaker and housemaid MOL raises awareness of labours about 2009 influenza prevention. MOL produced hotel stuffs to penetrate service business emphasizing on international efficiency standard. Minister of Laour welcomed Ambassador of Swiss Confederation 200 Labour volunteers of Nakorn Srithamarat to drive forward labour Office of Labour Affairs Malaysia hold a dinner of welcome MOL signed MOU on promoting Breastfeeding in workplaces. Swine flu 2009 situation in Taiwan in December 2009 Nongkhai Provincial Office of Labour jointly opened the project Labour Commission jointly exchanges policy Thai female massagers in Dubai and North UAE MOL jointly organized National Children’s Day 2010 Ministry of Foreign Affairs offered himself to work with MOL Office of Labour Affairs Riyadh visited Thai. Immigration Department Malaysia warns employers to perform legally. MOL certified documents of Thai workers employment in the case of no Office of Labour Affairs located in. SSO opened regional conference to develop network to Section 40. SSO informs employers to legally register employees (the insured) MOL reviewed and changed a direction of Permanent Secretary’s policy in order to increase officials’ capacity to respond labour’s demand. Ranong Provincial Office of Labour Protection and Welfare was bestowed trophy for outstanding performance according to affirmative of Ranong Province. Pattani voluntary graduates coordinated with state and private authorities to press forward enhancing youths. Chachoengsao Provincial Office of Labour Protection and Welfare organized a meeting of administrative committee of female and child labour assistance operation center Kuwait enacted new Labour Law Phattani Provincial Office of Labour organized the training project on sustainable economy to relieve occupational distress DLPW arranged a seminar on enhancing quality of human resource, quality of work and quality of life. SSO informs employers to pay contributions for compensation fund through Krungsri Bank and Krungthai Bank. Minister of Labour opens labour market in Algeria Kuwait and Oman employer want to employ Thai workers. The insured can submit the form requiring replacement new hospital 6 private hospitals unregistering of social security system Office of Labour Affairs and Brunei, Royal Thai Consulate General jointly organized New Year activities 2010 for Thai workers in Brunei. Office of Labour Affairs Japan lectures in a seminar on promoting the acceptance of Thai trainees in Osaka. Office of Labour Affairs in Malaysia warns Thais to be arrested for charge of working without work permit. Greeting from MOL with Minister of Labour’s policies Thais in Brunei and their family are invited to join New Year activities on 1 January 2010. Social security protection network of informal labours in Pichit MOL assists Thai workers in Libia SSO revealed that Map Ta Phut drops 5% equity fund. SOS publicize social security activities in Khonkan. MOL makes ready for International Woman Day by arranging the meeting of subcommittee for selecting the outstanding working woman. Assistant Minister of Labour went to Suwannabhumi International Airport for encouraging the relatives of Thai workers who died in South Korea. DLPW warns workplaces to caution conflagration during New Year Festival, any person who violates Safety Law shall be fined and imprisoned. Suspending employment licenses of Kao Song Oversea Development. MOL is ready to arrange activities in National Children’s Day 2010 MOL joined Thai-Lao friendship caravan along Khong river MOL educates on safety management for reduce chemical toxins MOL clarifies the nationality verification of Myanmar worker Permanent Secretary of MOL makes an appointment for the meeting of National Wage Committee on 24 Dec. DLPW askes workplaces for coordination in providing holidays. Enhancing national skills standard of automobile services. Provincial Office of labour, Phuket organized Sufficient Economy Training Project to relieve occupational afflictions. DLPW emphasizes on capacity building of occupational safety. DLPW organized Taking an oath of allegiance to practice the dharma Project in honor of H.M. the King. MOL inspectors expressed sincere gratitude to all relevant sectors for encouraging Minister of Labour and indicated that “turtle is hero in a fairy tale” SO suggests the insured to apply maternity benefits and child assistance benefit benefits at the same time SSO invites the insured to donate bloods in honor of H.M. the King. Sustainable Economy Workshop 2009 The 2nd Amazing Thailand Festival 2009 MOL committee gears up to ratify ILO Convention DSD arranges the conference of international convention on public-private partnerships to enhance and support skill development Suspending the oversea recruitment license DLPW arranged the 4th year of Family's Bond of Love Project Thailand Trade and Economic Office Labour Affairs Division, Taipei and Office of Labour Affairs Kaoshiung joined Thai National Day Celebration DLPW collaborates with ILO in arranging the conference MOL launches the coaching project Minister of Labour visited Sharp Co.,Ltd and admired the executives for not laying-off employees. The 4th year anniversary of Love and Care for Families Project SSO provides medical treatment for the insured HIV/AIDS sufferers. Taiwan Revenue Department adjusts income tax rate for foreign workers residing in Taiwan less than 183 days. Taiwan records 33rd deaths from H1N1 MOL encourages people to donate blood in tribute to H.M. the King Office of Labour Affairs, Kaoshiung City joined the activity in celebrating H.M. the king’s 82nd Birthday. Thai trainees won Japanese essay contest in Japan Minister of Labour and senior officials to MOL visited Singapore MOL exemplifies his philosophy on sufficient economy Minister of Labour was awarded AFEO Honorary Fellowship Department of Labour Protection and Welfare delivered policy for new officers MOL indicates that UAE fiasco is unlikely affect Thai labours Minister of Labour chaired the opening of Dynamic Grand Sale International Day for Disabled Fair 2009 Brunei Labour Office invited Thais to bless the King DLPW arranges 2nd seminar on quality of human, work and life. DLPW collaborates with ONCB to prevent drugs in workplaces Minister of Labour worried about Thai workers of Triump Co.,Ltd. Good news! Malaysia has policy on employing more foreign workers Group of assistant housekeeper requires minimum wage protection The seminar on supporting Thai apprentices in Japan. The 5th public information on social security activities DLPW arranges the workshop on key performance index 2010 MOL arranges the workshop on “Performance Evaluation of official function for human resource management” DSD supports vision metrology skills competition MOL arranges Chawanonta vocational training for 7 categories. Orientation of new trainees of IMM Japan Thai workers won third prize in National cooking contest MOL surveys the qualification of requisite employee-employer. Joint Working Group on Promoting Labour Cooperation Director General to DSD participated in APEC HRD in Japan Malaysia Labour Office joined the banquet. DLPW collaborates with Office of National Buddhism in signing MOU Riyadh Labour Office conveys his greeting to the Thai Ambassador DLPW participates in drafting national child labour policy Minister of Labour examines the figures of nationality verification. The progressive report of the GB ILO conference Japan company discussed with minister of labour Aiding workers injured from crane crashes in Cholburi. 147 Thai workers left over in Libya are nearly back home. Thai workers in Jizan are safe from battle near border. The result of social security fund management; gained profits. Department of Labour Protection and Welfare discussed. Permanent Secretary to MOL insists that the appointing of officials is justified MOL asks for chance to create works and trustworthiness of workers Department of Labour Protection and Welfare is gratified for reduction of occupational accident MOL proposes Occupational Safety Act to house of representatives. MOL prepares to arrange the International Woman Day Taipei Labour Office accelerates to raise injured Thai workers Taiwan and China are ready to sign MOU on financial cooperation MOL organized the Program of Career and Income Creation Cabinet approved for extension of taking photo health checking up and applying work permit for Myanmar Laos and Cambodian. Minister of Labour welcomed Mr. Dao Xoang Long. The result of assisting Thai workers picking fruits in Sweden. The Work Permit for the New Migrant Labours in Israel. The progress of MOL conference MOL Permanent Secretary opened the Conference on Preparation for the ASEAN Labour’s Skill Competition The progress of MOL conference on aiding Thai workers in Libia The conference of Voluntary Thai workers network. Teipei Office of Labour met employer of Tatung Co.,Ltd Hong Kong Office of Labour arranged a conference of voluntary teachers of Alternative High School Managerial Skill Development for Excellence by MOL Taipei Office of Labour granted awards to the winner of football competition The meeting of the National Coordination Committee. DOE discusses with Laos government MOL Department of Labour Protection and Welfare (DLPW) organized Royal Kathin Offering activity at Pom Wichian Chotikaram Temple, Samut Sakhon. Germany supports DSD to achieve skill excellence. SSO discloses the total sum of compensation payment. Thai workers were injured from the accident while working. MOL spokesman announced the rescue plan for Triumph workers and MOL minister allowed the public to comment directly on www.minister.mol.go.th SSO general Meeting on prevention as the best way of health Malaysia Office of Labour warns Thai massagers to be arrested due to illegal working. Malaysian government permits foreign workers employment. New Japan government announced working system improvement SSO warns insured person to continue paying contribution Singapore Foreign worker immigration Policy and legislation Department of Labour Protection and Welfare warned to beware of accidents occurring on Loy kratong Day. MOL arranged the seminar on human resource development New Japan government’s policy on solving employment problems A group of children of Best Thai Workers in Taiwanwas impressed by the thoughtfulness of employers. Taiwan employers praise Thai employees as hero MOU between Brunei-Taiwan Hong Kong student are increasingly unemployed at 4.4% SERC agreed to implement the Labour Relations System. The end of Buddhist lent day in Malaysia. Taipei Office of Labour arranged the project of field trip. SSO clarifies on old-age benefits. SSO urged to upgrade the Medical Service Quality. Wife of Taiwan Vice President appreciates. The representatives of Taiwan authority in Kao Song paid a visit to Director of Kao Song Labour Office Malaysia Office of Labour promotes occupational training for Thais OVTA supported IT Skill Development Program. The chairman of CLA Taiwan admires Thai cultures. MOL in collaboration with Germany strengthens skill knowledge. Mol in Kaosong joined Katin offering activity with Thai labour. The Workforce Potential Facilitation Center. DLPW arranged a workshop on how to accomplish the plan. The demand of employing foreign medical personnel of Saudi Arabia OLPW arranged conference of occupational security guard. Provincial Labour office extends a contract of voluntary graduates employment in the year of 2010. Preparation of labour forces to supply labour-shortage industry, insisted 1.1 million people could gain more income 200-400 TBH in average. MOL underlines Human Resource to achieve the excellence. Chairman of Labour Commission visit to Taiwan. The project of sightseeing for children of best Thai workers. The seminar for the Caretakers of Labour Volunteers. Department of Labour Protection and Welfare discussed with Triumph International (Thailand) Labour Union. SSO grants fund for the research relates to compensation fund. Thai workers in Singapore please monitor H1N1 Swine Flu. SSO emphasizes unemployed insured person to register within 30 days Singapore sanctions employers who receive payment for work permit. Labour Consul in Hong Kong joined the Robe Offering Ceremony MOM introduced the conditions on occupational safety. Riyadh Labour Office joined the opening of workshop on Halal Allied Health Science Riyadh Office of Labour disclosed Thai employment tendency in GCC The training of rehabilitate program to foreigners. Brunei Office of Labour warns Thai workers to take precaution on catching fishes and aquatic animals alone Saudi Arabia demands a huge number of Thai workers The clarified assisting job seekers to work in Sweden Labour Economic Office can be well-known if its personnel are expert in information and administration. Malaysia Office of Labour warns Thai massagers to be aware of being imprisoned due to illegal working. The arranged final examination for Hong Kong Distance Learning Center Minister of Labour clarified assisting job seekers to work in Sweden MOL resolved labour disputes of Tostem Thai Co.,Ltd, employees gained benefits totally 58 million baht. Bangkok Skill Development Center offers tire manufacturing training program to feed in tire business. Krabi Skill Development Center accelerated to produce labours to support tourism industry for high season Minister of Labour resolved labour disputes Ministry of Labour hosted the ASEAN Committee Riyadh Office of Labour took Thai physicians to provide health check up Thai workers in Saudi Arabia Chairman of Council of Labour, Senate and the group visited Teipei Office of Labour and Thai workers. Office of Labour Affairs in Malaysia warns Thais to be arrested for charge of working without work permit. Employees having any illness out of work are entitled to right to treatment at specifically established clinics. State Enterprise Fair on 20 September 2009. An election of associate judges in Central Labour Court . MOL supports “Breast Milk Corner” at workplace and grants trophies and certificate to honor workplaces succeeding the breast milk corner arrangement. HARI RAYA AIDIFITRI, Brunei New Year Festiva Notification of Bangkok 9 International Hospital’s name change. Research reveals demand for labors in certain sectors like agricultural, retailing, and hotel business goes up critically. Department of Skill Development persuaded private sector HR professionals to brainstorm on human resource development for the competitive readiness. SSO clarifies in case of insured person seeks a medical treatment. Taiwan convened the meeting of tax refund for foreign workers. MOL prepared itself for ratification of ILO Convention Deputy Permanent Secretary of Ministry of Labour convened the public hearing seminar on elder opportunities and career studies-wage revision. SSO grants the favorite medical center award. MOL notified child labour problems Public Service and Coordinating Center, MOL is organized New Japanese Immigration law in relation to General Immigration Ministry of Labour’s 16th Anniversary day. Social Security Office the project of favorite medical centers. Swine Flu 2009 crisis in Japan New Japanese immigration law relating to trainee MOL spokesman notified MOL’s performance, coordinate with every division Minister of Labour designates policies to drive the operation. Minister of Labour establishes a proactive plan. MOL performs fire drill to prevent fire damages. Singapore amended regulation for foreign workers in metal industry Singapore imposed new condition of work permit and S Pass license. Skill Competition system must be adjusted MOL’s Royal Kathin of Wat Tha Luang, Pichit Minister of Labour joined the 2nd Ministerial Conference on labour coordination between Thai-Laos and witnessed signing the 6th Memorandum of Coordination of Thai-Lao Please join the best Department of Labour Protection and Welfare in labour relations and labour welfare. Minister of Labour visits Laos to seek for conclusion of the Second Ministerial Cooperation on Thail-laotian Labour Relation and to witness the entry into the Sixth Memorandum of Understanding on Employment of Thai-Laotian Labors. Sky train in Dubai by Thai workers opened on good day 09.09.09 Department of Skill Development strongly encourages operations. Workshop for work-at-home labour Every metals won from the World Skill Contest are great contribution to building confidence of foreign employers towards Thai labors. DSD supported a strengthening Southern Border Provinces action plan. Epidemic of the 2009 Flu in Taiwan remains appear. Prime Minister of Taiwan Quits over Typhoon Response Office of Labour Affairs in Kaosong takes part in organizing a training about human trafficking in Taiwan. MOL suspended working abroad service license of Carrier Thai Co. Aura Spa in Dubai was blacklisted due to fraud of Thai workers MOL proposes new laws to the Parliament. MOL notified the criteria of being member of Tonkla-Archeep Project Japan Office of Labour revised minimum wage Thai workers won consolation award in Poetry CLA extended the period for the employer in case of Taiwan The cabinet approved 2 labour laws proposing by MOL SSO clarifies adjustment of medical treatment fee rates payable Thai workers won the third award in the 2nd Annual Overseas Stars Broadcast Around Taiwan Contest Singapore Office of labour leaded the group of officials of Department of Employment to meet Thai workers from 26th -28th August 2009. MOL offers alternatives for insured employees The 40th World Skills Competition Minister of Labour collaborated with FTI in arranging manpower development model to assist private sector coping with economic crisis. MOL granted ASO-T 2009 Award to organizations Spokesman of MOL eradicates that “all voting scores from labours is worth” 7State Enterprises approval from the cabinet for the extra payment. MOL collaborated with ICEM Thailand to discuss on the topic of Harmonization of Employer, Employee and Public Organization to strengthen Thai economy. Division of Organization and Work System Development arranges a program to boost up efficiency of work called Contribution to Our Organization Minister of Labour conciliated labour disputes by labour relations Department of Labour Protection and Welfare arranges intensive training on saving cooperative with an aim to develop quality of Thai labour’s life. Office of Labour Kao Song joined Project on foreign labour visit. Department of Labour Protection and Welfare provided legal training to guidance counselor in school for the second time Department of Labour Development upgrades personnel on tourism Office of Labour Affairs in Brunei joined Asean Quiz Competition 2009 Brunei Office of Labour facilitated the officials of Department of Employment in visiting Brunei. Taiwan confirms 292 deaths from Typhoon MOL reported the progress of assisting Triumph workers Representatives from Office of Labour Affairs in Taipei takes part in activities of the voluntary anti-net work for trafficking of persons. Job Fair at Nakornratchasrima province on 19-20 August 2009 The operating result of 3 decreases measure in line with MOL’s policy MOL arranged a meeting on research policy management committee Bangkok Skill Development Center and TEMCA provided training for upgrading standard of electrician Office of Labour Protection and Welfare warns employer to provide benefits to alien workers equally with Thai labour Office of Labour Affairs in Brunei brushes away defalcation bringing about monetary losses of Thai labors in Brunei. Brunei Office of Labour organizing candle-lighting ceremony in honor of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit on 12 August 2009. MOL gave information regarding new virus 2009 to employer and the insured Office of Labour Affiars in Riyadh visited Thai labours. Mol organized aid center to assist Thai labour in Taiwan. 5 companies support the 23rd Regional Labor’s Skill Competition. MOL’s inauguration of a new project called “Make a Good Deed for Our Mother Land” arranged to honor Her Majesty Queen Sirikit. Brunei Office of Labour Affairs campaigns for cleaning residence and workplace to prevent the outbreak. Brunei Office of Labour Affairs informs that the rest of money can be collected from Lek Shop, also invites people to sign blessing to Royal Highness Princess. Employment agency in Taiwan in the year of 2009 got grade A over 20% SSO Area 10 establishes an alternative channel of service for the payment and benefit claims via commercial bank channel. Minister of Labour invites 3 representatives to discuss on non-progress of sending Thai workers in Israel. Minister Assistant of MOL visits employees in Songklah. SSO revealed a total amount of contribution for child allowance in May 2009 paid more than 490 million baht. Curator in Taiwan has to obtain license Inspector of MOL and entourage went to Dubai. The training course for senior citizen nursing. Swine Flu 2009 enables to exercise social security benefits. The conference of volunteers at workplaces. The Second ASEAN Conference on Foreign Labor. Foreign Labour Situation in Dubai,first half of 2009 The name list of Thai youth who graduated from Malaysia. Foreign Labour Situation in Dubai. MOL paid an inspection visit to Hong Kong. The industrial sectors have become inadequate of workers. Group of Inspector of MOL paid an inspection visit to Taiwan Preparation of establishing Thai Labour Support Center The seminar on volunteer of breastfeeding corner in workplace. 24 businesses countersigned in confirming the employment preservation not less than 1 year MOL embarks on selecting the elite.. prepare to open perspective for approach strategy to become sustainable learning. MOL mobilizes the skilled and trains Thai painters in order to enhance their skill enable to sustainably enter into labour market. According to a survey of Doing Business in the Gulf Survey. Office of employment area 4 invites to join “service mobilization serving for people around Satorn area” Department of Labour Protection and Welfare urged employer and employee to be ready for the H1N1 flu pandemic in business MOL collaborated with Ministry of Industry to set up database. According to a survey of Doing Business in the Gulf Survey. Government of GCC comprising of 4 countries namely issued ban on outdoor work prohibiting the employer orders labours to work outdoor in Summer. Office of Labour Affairs in Brunei invited Thai workers to clean accommodation and work place to prevent the pandemic Consultant Ambassador (labour) witnessed the representatives of employer of Ji Chyuan Enterprise on employer delivered money to support Thai labour. Mol in Riyadh visited Thai workers and employers. Department of Labour Protection and Welfare convenes a meeting of Committee on Employee Welfare Fund. The newly amended Law on Human Trafficking. Mol canceled oversea employment license of A.P World Business. 7 Ministries collaborated on prevention of 2009 Swine Flu outbreak and emphasized on healthy promotion. Office of Labour Affairs in Brunei followed up with Qassim Enterprise to return money to Thai workers MOL to apply Lifelong Learning for human. The conference of a committee of minimum wage rate. His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah of Brunei initiated a royal thought significant for the country’s development. Office of Labour Affairs in Riyadh visited Thai workers in the Palace of Saudi Arabia Royal family in Riyadh The cabinet approved the project on solving unemployment and creating alternative for occupations under Thai strength. The preventive measure against the 2009 Viral Flu. MOL and MOI joined the network of labour data in industrial sector Nakornpathom Province in collaboration with Ministry of Labour organizes an educating program regarding knowledge about the 2009 flu. Ministry of Public Health actively implements a preventive measure by educating labours in workplaces regarding prevention from the 2009 flu. Office of Labour Affairs in Riyadh visited Thai labour and examined the situation at camp in Nadeem. Official Inspector of MOL visited Malaysia The closure of an international school in Riyadh. MOL by Department of Labour Protection and Welfare provided training regarding prevention and monitoring pandemic of influenza flu 2009. Representatives of Office of Labour Affairs in Riaydh visited Riyadh auto manufacturing plant’s Thai labours and employers under the program “Maintenance and Expansion of Thai Labour Market”. Mol presided over opening seminar of chairman of a committee on safety occupational health and environment at workplace in Kanchanaburi. MOL Assistant Minister opened seminar on “Specification of wage according to skill standard in the field of art industrial career” Riyadh Labour Office visited Thai workers in Rodah, Riyadh Office of Labour Affairs in Taipei arranged the 2nd training of labour laws and provision of good service. The progressive status of Burmese nationality proof will commence on this coming 15th July and be ready for providing service for 1,800 applicants a day. Mol jointly with Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs from Myanmar announced readiness of Burmese labour verification. Saudi Arabia passed Domestic Workers Bill The Minister of Labour negotiated with Friends Cooperative Association asking for employment in Agriculture. Ministry of Labour reports on the service provided for insured in the case of unemployed compensation. Singapore Office of Labour leaded Thai Ambassador of Singapore and the group to visit Thai labour’s residence in Jurong. Office of Labour in Japan receive a budget from Ambassador in Tokyo to embark a Japanese language training program for labours and Thai trainee in Japan. Council Labour Affairs in Taiwan indicates that economic crisis causes adverse effect to foreign labours Representatives of Office of Labour Affairs in Riyadh visited Thai community at a vegetable farm in Hair MOU Signatory ceremony of Increasing Labour’s Potential Project Department of Employment visited Thai labours in Taiwan. Brunei Office of Labour to visit Gung Sing. HKIM Institute assisted Thai labours in Hong Kong. Department of Employment warns Thai worker who desires to work in Malaysia to wait for Calling Visa. Thai labours who work without work permit were sentenced to fine and imprisonment by Malaysian court. Malaysia Office of Labour participated trade promotion project Permanent Secretary of MOL presided a meeting of Committee on Fund for Foreign Labours’ Repatriation. Mol hands over a preparation plan to serve with the growth of investment in the next 10 years for the SSO to implement, and demands constant reports. MOL granted certificates to graduates passing English program Administrators of MOL visited Brunei for educational supervisor. MOL readies to organize National Safety Week event. Draft Hong Kong Minimum Wage Protection Act Inspection of MOL Inspector-General group at Brunei Terminate a license of oversea employment agent Department of Labour Protection and Welfare managed employer and employee committees in state enterprise to well coordinate Office of Labour Affairs in Riyadh sends representatives to visit Thai labours and employers in Naseem. Malaysia Labour Office visited Thai labours of CP company. A brief of economic and labour movement in Libya. Malaysia Labour Office visited Thai workers at Jaya Net company. Thai female workers in a spa in Dubai are abused and forced to massage male clients despite of no permit to provide massage service for males. Mr. Yup Nana, Assistant Minister of Labour, as a chairman granting a labour skill training certification, visited Thai-Muslim teenager’s works Spokesman of Mol announced the report of the last conference Labour, economic, and social situation during June 2009 in Taiwan Minister of Labour published information on theo pening breast milk corner in the enterprises protect. MOL pushed Tonkla archeep project to increase opportunity in life. The Training of GIS and PDA applications for labour protection 1 July 2009; D-Day illegal workers registration for Myanmar, Laos and Cambodian nationality. Chief Executive of Hong Kong reveals the Future Plan to public. Over 200,000 Burmese, Lao, and Cambodian labors applied for renewal of their work permits; only 8 days left from now Riyadh Labour Office welcomed Thai labours from Jubail, Saudi Arabia MOL delivered a policy to Provincial Offices of Employment / Bangkok Labour Office in order to set a central guideline nationwide. An upcoming Job Fair at the Victory Point. Her Royal Highness Princess Somsawalee graciously presided over the opening the 4th skill competition of disabled. Ministry of Labour granted certificates to White Factories Taiwan employer eradicates the benefit in case of death Skill Development Center in Bangkok persuades unemployed to produce bottled arts as souvenirs for selling to struggle the crisis. Royal Consulate of Dubai put 3 massage spas on blacklist There were 14 H1N1/A infected patients within 2 weeks Mol indicates the number of child labours abuse tends to decrease. Singapore Labour Office welcomed professors from STOU. Office of Labour Affairs in Saudi Arabia (Riyadh) warned Thai girls from being taken advantage at spa in UAE Deputy Permanent Secretary of MOL welcomed HRH Princess Srirat (Prince’s consort) at the All-Age Center, Madua Temple, Nakornpathom. Report of the 98th session of International labour conference on labour standard- gender equality, the annual conference of ILO Advisor of Minister of Labour presided over the seminar of wages in accordance with skill labour standards. National Agenda on Safety Labour and Healthy. SSO invites to receive insured person handbook with passport size. The standard of the electricians and mechanists Mr.Somkiat. welcomed Princess Srirasmi. Minister of Labour arranged The 4th National Skill Competition for Disabled The job seekers filed the petition in case of frauds. Mr.Weerachai Tavornton chaired the seminar on Wages in relation to Labour Standard for Mechanic and Industrial group. Department of Employment and the Royal Thai Police entered into an MOU establishing guidelines and practices of investigation and arrest in accordance with the Alien Working Act. Department of Labour Skill and Development arranged a seminar on labour administration in order to solve economic crisis in Thailand. Minister of Labour has trained and sent Thai labour to work in Korea, the 1st group have 149 labours The first influenza virus 2009 infected patient. sso information activity and created www.newzone.so.go.th Office of Social Security revealed that there were 7 million gift cheques paid in 4-round distributions. Office of Labour Affairs in Riyadh announced MOL project helping Thai labors terminated the employment in foreign countries at Jurong Engineering in Bahrain Directorate General of Passports of Saudi Arabia has not brought a charge against a delay of complete their fingerprint. Office of Labour Affairs in Riyadh expanded Thai labor market in Bahrain Minister of Labour told a press conference that the amount of foreign labours at the last round of registration could be up to 800,000 workers in 6 occupations. MOL catches up with the global trend to promote CSR in factories. MOL catches up with the global trend to promote CSR in factories. MOL catches up with the global trend to promote CSR in factories. Found influenza virus 2009 infected patient the first time in Middle East Taipei Labour office joined a conference of Thai Association Taiwan found the 10th H1N1 virus-infected patient. Taipei Office of Labour joined the 1st /2009 conference in Taiwan A time to celebrate for State Enterprises Labours. MOL painted beaneries wall in front of MOL to improve scenery The cabinet acknowledged 4 proposals of informal labours A first brainstorming forum will be organized by MOL on June 3, 2009 to define wage rates in accordance with skill standards in 6 occupations Minister of Labour welcomes Thailand-Taiwan Trade Association. Office of Labour Affair in Brunei organized project on supporting laid off oversea labour. SSO stressed “the insured should hurriedly pick up the gift cheque within 15 June 2009” Mol gave policies focusing on developing skill and protecting labour to get benefit and safety. In addition, Department should promote bipartite labor relation system to prevent conflict and labor dispute as well as support welfare to develop labors and employers life qualities Mr. Phaitoon, Minister of Labour embarks labour skill development in both domestic and international level. The Minister of Labour acknowledges a request filed by employees of Asia Garment Co., Ltd. Jeddah Labour Office visited Thais in Taif Labour, economics, and social updates in Taiwan in May 2009. Jeddah Labour Office collaborated with Royal Thai Consulate organizing Arab language training program Department of Employment by Bangkok Office of Employment area 5 has convened a job fair at Tesco Lotus Pinklao branch The remaining employment measure. MOL Minister visited Young Child Unit in Samutrprakarn. Taiwan reveals the first influenza 2009 virus infected Minister Counsellor Mr. Thanawan Tongsukchote, Minister Counsellor (Labour) visited Director General Immigration Department of Malaysia Department of Employment pointed out the sign of economy recovery recognizing by a decrease in the number of unemployed persons. The awarded prizes of lucky labour tickets for lucky winners MOL provided primary labour executive training#10 Announcement of closure of 2 work agencies. Bhutan Department of Labour visited Thai Department of Labour The training program of air conditioner cleaning Department of Labour Protection and Welfare cooperates to push forward a national agenda on labour safety and sanitary MOL concerned over employee to be at risk of catching Swine Flu2009; accelerate to collaborate with employer to be responsible for. Permanent Secretary of MOL clarifies about a matter of currently problematic transfer of labours to Canada. Monday, July 6, 2009 to be an additional holiday as a special occasion in order to promote Buddhism and tourism activities MOL opened for “Sensemaking Framework” to make organization have sustainable development Department of Skill Development mutually create pleasant communities The training program of computer graphics. Japan Automobile’s workers Union paid an official visit Director-General to Department of Labour Protection and Welfare. SSO establishes 10 hotlines to extensively provide information about the government gift check. The seminar on labour standard in order to enhance quality of life and sustainable business aiming at employer and employee’s benefit. Department of Employment defined a period of work permit renewal for foreign workers of Burmese, Laotian, and Cambodian nationalities. Foreigners and labourers deported by Japan in 2008 Permanent Secretary of MOL emphasizes officials to provide a close assistance for injured workers due to a collapse of scaffold at a construction site. Provincial Office of Employment gives an opportunity to job seeker ; meet more than 30 companies and more than 5,000 job vacancies. MOL organizes training courses for security guards. A wave of people participated in the Walking-Jogging. Foreign assistant housekeepers in Hong Kong gain benefits Bangkok Metropolitan Skill Development Centre opens a training course of air conditioning cleaning service for a summer season. Department of Labour Protection and Welfare received royal grace from HRH Princess Somsawalee to chair the ceremony granting ASO-T Thailand awards Visit more than 3,000 vacancies at SeaconSquare, Pravet. Monitering Taiwan ; dealing with swine flu virus. Social Security Office arranged signatory ceremony with 5 companies to manage national sub-funds Using IT Microsoft creates better job. Deputy Prime Minister received a petition on National Labour Day. Taiwan expanded direct employment covering manufacturing sector. Riyadh Labour Office informs the situation of swine flu outbreak. Malaysia Office of Labour recognized unrest in Thailand Money transfer problem in Brunei had been solved Office of Labour in Taipei follows up the current situation of the new flu epidemic in Taiwan.Office of Labour in Taipei follows up the current situation of the new flu epidemic in Taiwan. Riyadh Labour Office negotiated with employer for expanding Thai labour market in Kuwait Create new entrepreneur with Thai Mart Free language study program established on a cooperation of Department of Skill Development and Ramkhamhang University. Minister of Labour collaborated on arranging employment and create Minister of Laobur Skill Development attended special lecture on Green Job&Green&Clean Technology SSO warns employers to watch out fire in summer. Department of Labour Protection and Welfare held a meeting to seek for solutions for lay-off problems. Minister of Labour jointly arranges National Labour Day 2009 "Labour overcome a crisis with sufficiency economy". MOL celebrates the 90th Anniversary of ILO’s establishment followed by a tripartite meeting under the agenda "National Plan on Valuable Works". Office of Social Security has paid “cheque handout” between April 20th-June 15th, 2009 during official date and time. Smooth negotiation by preparation of MOU in accordance with pension rights returning to Thai workers at Republic of Korea. The Minister of Labour opened E-Job Expo 2009. Good news! Dismissed workers, unemployed, fresh graduates, people are invited to immediately register for training programs! and to apply for a job in the event called Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Labour, and Thai labour delegates have participated the 304th session of ILO Governing Body at Geneva, Switzerland. Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Labour, and Thai labour delegates have participated the 304th session of ILO Governing Body at Geneva, Switzerland. Minister of Labour elucidated government cheque ; announced an insured person in Bnagkok according to Article 39 to the collect cheque at City Hall. Minister of Labour elucidated government cheque ; announced an insured person in Bnagkok according to Article 39 to the collect cheque at City Hall. MOL organized job fair offering over 10,000 vacancies MOL organized job fair offering over 10,000 vacancies The eligible insured persons can immediately picked up “ save-the-nation cheque” which Office of Social Security will hand out from March 26 to April 8, 2009. Department of Skill Development invites to the Elder Care Program. Office of Labour Affairs, Riyadh attended the competition on “ASEAN Road Race 2009” Deputy Permanent Secretary of the MOL, Mr. Prayong Yooprasert, leads a team of physicians to provide Thai labours with the health check-up service. Hong Kong labour situation on March 16, 2009. Current circumstance of domestic labour market in January 2009. Foreign labors employment in Middle East Countries. Ministry of Labour reported the nationwide amounts of unemployed secured persons who registered for seeking employment , employed workers , occupational skill development training and labour demand positions. Minister of Labour revoked the overseas recruitment license of Thaitawee Business Co.Ltd in the ground of deception job seekers to work overseas. An opening of the Integrated Resort in Singapore can create employment of 20,000 workers. Officer Training on Tax exemption Divestment crisis solution Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Labour, will open a course for information management software usage. Bangkok Employment Service Office implemented policy 3 decreases 3 increases to support the elder to have career A summary of a visit to Thai labours in Malaysia. Director-General to the Department of Employment published news “Labour Fair” nationwide. Seminar on wage rates per skill standard level on 17 March Riyadh Labour Office joined the harmonious competition of Thai community in Bahrain- Kuwait in Bahrain. Logistics Knowledge development to alleviate the national crisis. Unemployed do not panic! Visit Job Fair at Uthaithani. Bangkok Office of Employment launched a Gourmet pilot protect Office of Labour Affairs in Malaysia warned Thai labors not to illegally work in Malaysia Office of Labour Affairs in Singapore arranged the 5th Thai volunteer training project Office of Social Security informs employer to register their entire employee for the benefits of both parties. Ministry of Labour was given a royal honor from Her Royal Highness Princess Srirasmi to graciously chair the international women’s day for the first year. The Minister of Labour visited labour community in Kalasin province A Youth Development Program in Southern-border provinces in the second stage sends the Thai youths to work in Kuwait. Permanent Secretary encourages an employee of Mafield Co.Ltd. A brief of economic and labour relations of Hong Kong Government as in February 2009. Deputy Permanent Secretary pointed that the vision of Service Center, Ministry of Labour is citizen-centered approaches. Social Security Office opened for more applications (sorporsor. Rorbor 2009) on 7 and 8 March Office of Labour Affairs in Hong Kong joined the meeting on business development planning in Macau. More than 250,000 laid off workers have claimed for the compensation during October 2008 – February 2009. Report of Thai - Japan Labor Relationship Enhancement Project 2009 MOL Minister reveals more than 4.7 Millions of the insured having claimed for the compensation and then urges the employers to submit the claim application of the insured by 6th March 09. Minister of Labour opened National Skill Standard Day 2009 The Minister of Labour arranged food offering to the monks on National Skill Standard Day “Female labour teams up with collaborative thinking to enhance Thai economy” on 6 March at MOL MOL Minister gives spirit to the protestors from Mayfield Co., Ltd. and recognizes to pay money support. Taiwanese polices mention amphetamines have spread once again among Thai workers. Foreign Labor Movement in Taiwan in January 2009. Job Fair on 28 Feb..grabs the opportunity for tons of jobs. Office of Labour Affairs, Riyadh assisted distressed female workers in Iraq. Princess Srirasmi will visit MOL on International Woman’s Day of 6 March SSO enlarges a benefit of compensation claim in case of unemployment from the amount equal to wages for 180 days to 240 days Social Security Office increased benefit in case of chronic kidney disease for the insured. Department of Labour Protection and Welfare had promoted the active labour relations. Department of Employment provided mobile units offering a service of online job application through satellite signal. Provincial Office of Employment (Rayong) provides a guideline on creating job opportunities and incomes in order to cope with economic recession. Department of Employment collaborates with more than 100 employers to organize Grand Job and Labour Fair in Nonthaburi. Social Security Office is going to train physicians on a course of evaluating the loss of physical and mental capabilities and reconsidering evaluating techniques in 2009. Current update of the labour market circumstance in Korea. To honor the king, MOL appointed 2 March of every year to be National Skill Standard Day. MOL promotes its training program for employees and emphasizes the fair treatment. Labour Fair which will be held on Saturday is adapted to organize separately for each type of industry. Minister of Labour “reveals” a focal objective of Skill Development Promotion Act is for employers to develop the capacity of workers Employment situation in Federal Republic of Germany MP Labour committee are pleased with Ministry of Labour’s 3 reductions and 3 increments measure MOL negotiates with GM Thai labour union for a support for employees. Thai Labour employment capacity in Saudi Arabia in 2009 Situations of foreign labour employment in Middle Eastern Countries. Lux Intertrade Co.,Ltd., working agency company, pronounced dissolved. Minister of Labour presided over Mahachai Hospital 3 to serve insured persons One Stop Service Center in Samutsakorn Province . Friends for labors!!! Department of Labour Protection and Welfare foresees the economic recession problem; encouraging a seminar to enhance the capacity of government officials. Mr.Phaitoon Kaeothong hears labour problem in Samutsakorn Employers invited to a seminar in relation to Skill Development Promotion Act B.E. 2002 this coming 19th Feb. Unfortunately! Thai workers were tricked to work abroad by illegal agency, lack of money and food to live on. A renewal of alien working permit on February 10-28, 2009 Invite!! Interested person can apply for a job in Labour Fair at Kasem bundit University on 13-14 February 2009. Department of Labour Protection and Welfare joined a conference to negotiate with MIR E and DS(Thailand) Co. Ltd. in order to find a resolution of Article 75. Creating Jobs and professions through Rainbow Project Thai Labor Office in Japan coached IMM trainees on orientation day Siam Institute of Technology pushed forward 300 technical students to have skill test before graduation Riyadh Office reported an employment tendency of Thai labour Office of Labour Affairs,Malaysia joined Thai Festival at Bhudayantee Temple Office of Labour Affairs, Malaysia, visited Thai massagers acquiring information for handling economic recession Thai Labor Office in Malaysia visited Thai labors in Thai restaurants seeking for labor information. Representatives of MOL Minister gifts a bouquet to congratulate 7th Anniversary of establishment of Post Today Newspaper. Director of Public Relation Division as a representative of Permanent Secretary to the MOL gifts a bouquet to congratulate 7th Anniversary of establishment of Post Today Newspaper. King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok held the seminar on “Thai labors in economic crisis direction toward human resources development” Minister of Labour readies to take a charge of human rights and labour skill development to prepare for economic crisis. MOL underlines its confidence! Loads of labour demands MOL Permanent Secretary visits graduate volunteers in 3 southern provinces. Official Information Act B.E.2540 must be useful, transparent, and traceable. Illegal Foreign Labor Management Committee put off illegal foreign labor registration The report on construction workers in Singapore. Economic and Social News in Taiwan: January 2009 MOL minister concedes complaints proposed by employers and employees over conference in Rayong. Provincial Offices of Employment (Nakornratchasima) encourage an employment, income to overcome economic crisis. Office of Employment (Nakornratchasima) will host Job Fair on 6 February 2009 MOL Minister attends a conference and clarifies a policy dealing with labour crisis. The Minister of Labour is ready to take care every group of labors. Health checkup as a difficulty of Thai labours for Residence Visa application for entering the UAE. Thai women arrested as illegal immigrants working at Jane Thai Spa, Dubai MOL welcomed IOM Deputy Director General “focusing” in labor migration cooperation. MOL Minister approved the compensation money from the social security fund for the heirs of the insured passing away due to the fire at Zantika Pub to claim within 1 year. Labors beware of working in Canada. Employment Office in Chonburi recognizes a policy on stimulating employment rate. MOL opened the forum for labors outside the system on demanding of standard welfare. Permanent Secretary opens the academic seminar “HR 2009”. Permanent Secretary Somchai boosts technological potential of officers, “stresses” data and statistics is critical for country development planning Muslim youths sent to an occupational training in Malaysia. Office of Labour Affairs in Japan visits interns under IMM Project Japan MOL promised to reconcile labor problems of Canadoil Asia, Rayong. “2nd Saturday Job Fair” on 24 January 2009. Riyadh Office supports Thai labour to work in Qatar. Thai Muslim youth to receive vocational training in Malaysia Riyadh office returned Thai labours who are turbulently anxious to Thailand. Visits by Director Supat Kukhun in Brunei during January 12th – 16th, 2009 Minister of Labour, undertakes the closure of the training of a review on officials’ duty in accordance with Employment and Work Agent Protection Act and Working of Aliens Act organized Office of Employment, Supanburi organized “Labour fair” on 28 January 2009. Urgent!! 10,500 job positions are available at Dusit Commercial College. Department of Employment slows down sending Thai workers to risky areas in Israel due to fear of war DSD prepares vocational training course for senior citizens The laid-off insured can return home with a privilege of the current social security card. MOL advises SSO to discuss with the Council of State on the legitimacy of a plan on a rice donation to the insured by spending the social security fund. MOL boosts staff morale, grants 41 children education fundsMinistry of Labour boosts staff morale, grants 41 children education funds Department of Occupational Safety and Health visited Director General, DLPW. The movement of crisis regarding tourism collaboration among China, Hongkong and Macau in December 2009. There are nearly 4,500 job vacancies in Korat Insured persons not yet receive new medical card please proceed OPDC monitored a pilot project Alta Co,Ltd. Thai Labour Office in Malaysia announced the need of industrial sewers DLPW strictly enforced the entertainment complex regulation MOL by SSO, teams up with Ministry of Finance, by SME Bank “loans aimed to slow down layoffs”. SSO revealed the total sum of distribution of more than 5 million of secured person who were injured from fire broke out at Satika Night pub. DOE opens the renewal of foreigner work permits during January 5th – 20th, 2009. Office of Employment area6 organized Labour Market Day Event, also demonstrate an independent career. Job fair on 17 Jan. Lucky! could get both job and gold necklace. DSD sets to train Thai spa professionals. OPSDC Thailand collaborated with FSTT and Cisco system Co,Ltd. invites computer expert to join the competition in order to select the representative to compete for the world championship. Department of Skill Development opened for the skill competition 2009 MOL discussed with employer representatives and employee representatives to solve the problem of lay-off. Minister of Labour Gives Public Relation Policy MOL provided training to hotline 1506 staffs being ready to assist people. DLPW stimulates government officials to play an active role in labour standard development. Labour Standard Development Bureau implemented CSR by developing TLS 8001-2003 system. Government provides budgetary support to develop export businesses Office of Labour Affair in Malaysia warn Thai workers of fraud! The Minister of Labour visited the work places in Ayuddhaya province. Social Security Office disclosed total compensation payout for child support of 472 million baht during 1 month period Department of Labour Protection and Welfare received request from employees. Social Security Office has allocated a budget of 10,000 millions to increase liquidity in case of unemployment. The Department of Employment established help centers throughout the country to rescue laid-off workers. Taiwan announced the rare possibility of more foreign workers import. Representatives of employers and employees requested Taiwan to postpone labour insurance premium increase. Department of Skill Development allied with government and private sectors arrange a campaign on Safety Holidays. Labour Movement in Hong Kong during December 2008. MOL Minister pronounced the so-called measure “3 for Decrease – 3 for Increase” and aimed to create employment for 1 million positions in 2009. The numbers of 470,000 Taiwan workers are unemployed. In contrast, foreign workers in manufacturing industry increased. Thai team won 4th prize in Taipei migrant dance competition The new MOL’s Minister pushed the regime of “unemployment crisis recovery” into the national agenda. NOTICE of Department of Employment regarding the expired employment license s for transferring workers aboard Ministry of Labour educates on income generation for Thai workers in Germany MOL set up labor volunteer network to examine and assess the employment in Malaysia MOL set a strategy on aiding Thai labour in Brunei Employment Office area 4 had a field visit to assist workers Office of Labour Affairs in Malaysia gave a lecture on employment situation at Prince of Songkla University, Pattani Campus. Insecurity for Thai labour in Hungary Bangkok Employment Office 5 arranged Labour Fair on 20 December! Complete Service Center is set up to assist employees and employers in Ayudhya Province The Department of Skill Development collaborated with Office of Education in Bangkok, area 2 organized a project on professional skill development for youths. Thai labor won the second prize from cooking competition of foreign labors. Singapore Economic and Labour News October – December 2008 Permanent Secretary, the Ministry of Labour opened the conference on informal labour protection strategy Department of Skill Development joined “Safety Holiday” for automobile checkup service. Department of Labour Protection and Welfare, the Ministry of Labour, published news on the World Summit Conference of 14 economic organizations to deal with economic crisis and solve the problem of layoff. Expectedly, to prevent, aid and reduce the misery of laid-off employee. MOL would hold the summit conference with 14 associations regarding to subcontractor workers and unemployment Ministry of Labour has acknowledged an announcement of Office of the Civil Service Commission pursuant to Civil Service Act B.E.2551 Hong Kong Social News Report (Bird Flu), December 2008. Labour Affairs Office in Taipei participated Labour Awards to grant awards to 7 Thai workers. Department of Skill Development arranged the event of “The Week of Celebration for the King of Thai Skilled”. Warning!! applicants who passed Korean Language Test please present themselves within specific time. Department of Skill Development organizes DSD Trade Fair to support small entrepreneurs Department of Labour Protection and Welfare has concerned the problem of labour dispute during the end of the year and will monitor the current situation closely A survey regarding an effect of economic recession and employment rate against Japanese SMEs. Bangkok Employment Office 9 applied the policy in solving the unemployment problem. URGENT ! Be aware of flyers deceiving to work in Canada DSD provided course on Skill Development Promotion Act B.E. 2545 and gave plates to the distinguished work places. The Office of Labour, Malaysia called upon workers in Melaka MOL provides mobile units to access local job seekers’ need. Office of Labour Affairs in Riyadh helped Thai workers in Libya. Office of Labour Affairs in Saudi Arabia (Riyadh) provided assistance to Thai workers retained in Abu Dhabi Airport MOL held the events for the King’s Celebration. Thai Embassy in Tokyo announced a news of special flight of Thai Airways. Labour Movement in Japan (1 – 15 November 2008) Department of Skill Development, Ministry of Labour, held a seminar summarizing the outcomes from the standardized worker skill development programs and skill development media in the language development programs for working aboard. Thai workers were cheated by Libyan employers and asked for aid to be sent back home. Department of Skill Development announces the readiness to handle unemployment issue during the economic slowdown Skill Development Centre of Bangkok opened for skill standard test 29 unfortunate Thai workers in Malaysia defrauded by employers and in prison for being alleged of illegal immigration. Labour Movement in Singapore Vol.7/2008 July – September 2008 Good News! This December 15th! There is a gathering at Employment Office in Bangkok area 8 An increase of minimum wage rate throughout the local areas in Japan for a fiscal year of 2008 Singapore Office of Labour Affairs, Royal Thai Embassy, visited Jurong Apartment. Department of Employment reveals that the unemployment rate is not as severe as expected Taiwan reviewed 20% tax deduction measure after making impact on foreign labour. Urgently ease the restriction of Canadian visa issuance for Thai workers caused by some workers fleeing from employers and petition for refugees Department of Welfare and Labour Protection ensures Myanmar child labor about legitimate rights Office of Instructor and Training Technology Development is to organize a seminar seeking for a solution to improve Provincial Subcommittee on Labour Development and Vocational Training’s performance on 22nd December 2008. DO NOT MISS OUT!! A good opportunity to get a job on 19 December 2008 Arrested more than 60 illegal workers in city central MOL’s active strategies to struggle economic recession course: satellite-installed mobile launched to facilitate employment for workers in rural areas. Department of Labour Protection and Welfare trained on dislocating of materials Department of Labour Protection and Welfare evaluated the performance measurement index of 2009 SSO exposed 460MB accounted for compensation money per month paid on child assistance Office of Labour, Singapore reported the impact of labour market and the benefits for labour affected from economic crisis. Ministry of Labour rewards youths competing in the 7th ASEAN Skill Competition DOE prepared for Labour and Career Fair throughout the country to help unemployed workers affected from economic crisis Alien workers were arrested in Ratchaburi!! The Result of the seminar for enhancement of Thai trainee acceptance under IMM Japan project at Nagano Update on Permanent Secretary’s participation in the the 303rd International Labour Organization meeting in Geneva Article: Graduated Volunteer the mechanism of forwarding and networking for benefit of local labour. Thai Youths won 6 gold medals at the 7th ASEAN Skill Competition Minister of Labour took an oath of allegiance Ministry of Labour launched the Ministerial Regulations on the safety management of the construction. Department of Employment allocated budget of 67.5 million baht to support unemployed and create new career. Result of the 7th ASEAN Skill Competition The Minister of Labour closely followed labour situation and notified the official to work both proactively and reactively. DOE promotes the enhancement of English language skill and educational qualification to Thai labours in foreign country to combat with high competition in the world crisis. Visited and Supported Thai Youths at ASEAN Skill Competition Illegal employment agents lured many job seekers, including low income farmers, for working aboard in Switzerland Thai Ambassador Consultant of labour department in Malaysia gave a special lecture in the topic of how to work in Malaysia legally. Thailand as shoo-in 7 gold medals in 7th ASEAN Skill Competition Ambassador consultant of labor department has led the group of competitors from Thailand to join the opening ceremony of the Seventh Asian Skills Competition. Department of Employment divined world’s economic crisis would decrease the volume of labour transfer to Israel Iran put an austere policy on visa issuance to illegal labours 32 Thai youths going for the Labour Skill Competition in Malaysia Minister of Labour and the group visited Office of Labour in Hong kong DSD arranged skill development courses in the service area for Department of Labour Protection and Welfare suggested the measure lessening unemployment problem. Department of Employment resolved Thai employment in Taiwan after finding that Indonesian and Filipino labour were more employed. Invitation for joining Metalex 2008 Festival DSD delivered ฿464m budget serving unemployed crisis in 2009. Office of Labour Affairs in Taipei joined a meeting with Thailand Trade and Economic Office and Employers as well as visited Thai workers DSD joined the meeting of committee on International and Capacity Building. Nakornratchasrima’s Office of Employment launched mobile unit serving local labours thoroughly. Koh Brothers has invited Office of Labour Affairs in Singapore to join the opening ceremony of The Marina Barrage. The Ministor of Labour urged her government officials to work aggressively and coordinate with officers in every region. Permanent Secretary of MOL urged Thai officials to base on a “SMILE” policy on duty. Ministry of Labour promotes healthiness among Thai workers to increase productivity for employers Thai-Japanese Young Ambassador Exchange Program organized by IMM Japan SSO held an international conference and exhibition titled “Health Sustention in Work Place” Department of Skill Development co-arranged for the international conference. Royal Thai Embassy held a meeting as a preparation for National Day Department of Skill Development invited people to join the event on Disabled Person Day. Since the Director-General concerned about the disabled person, his policy is to develop their skill by non-discrimination basis. Department of Skill Development co-arranged for the international conference. DOE reminds nearly 30,000 EPS - KLT applicants to check the test site and arrive in time on the test date 9 Nov. 2008. Visit Thai workers in Singapore at Kaki Bukit Hostel on Avenue 4 DOE announced a policy on unemployment decrease. The Office of Labour affairs in Taiwan (Section 2 Kaohsiung) joined a Foreign labour day Ministry of Labour brainstorms on labour objective plan 2009 Taiwan passed a 4-year Employment Increase Plan and expected to create more 220,000 positions. The Office of Labour affairs in Saudi Arabia (Riyadh) promoted hiring of Thai labour in Bahrain The Office of Labour Affairs and Consular, Thai Embassy in Singapore, met with representatives of workers to publicize an event “Thai Relation Day”. Department of Skill Development offers opportunities to disabled persons on National Disabled Persons Day MOL is ready for the labour crisis Permanent Secretary delivered the policy to Department of Employment Open Thai COHAT 08 Event to enhancing worker competency in service sector Certificattion awarding ceremony to employers and workers who jointly organized Cooperatives MOL assisted victims from flooding in Saraburi province Trade and Economic Office and Labour Office in Taipei met with employers Pattani Governor received honorable plaque Umnartcharoen province organized event “value of Par Kaewma local knowledge meet international clothes” Project on skill development for Thai massager to meet international standards 12 enterprises admired project on productivity increasing that reduced production cost of more than 92 million Baht MOL warns Thai workers avoiding dealing with illicit drug since it will create bad image and can not enter Korea Nan Labour Office reported results from assisting victims from natural disaster Deputy Director General (Mrs. Jantawan Thongbunsom) and team made study visit on labour at Hong Kong and Macao MOL prepares strategic plan aiming at assisting workers in informal sector 5 units under Ministry announced its work direction for the year 2009 “commitment for people” MOL “close the leaking point” develop officer capacity to promote integrated work and team working MOL awarding prizes to 430 outstanding enterprises for the year 2008 Labour Office in Riyadh welcomed Mrs. Kusuma Yoocharoen experts who visited Thai workers in Dubai SSO puts emphasize on human resource development organized study visit to the Netherland and Belgium Industrial Electricians are likely to win at the ASEAN Skill Competition Permanent Secretary reported the 15th Ministry performances MOL organized its 15th Annual Foundation Day on 23 September 2008 MOL assisted victims from flooding in Lopburi province EPS system opens for workers who passed Korean language testing to work in agriculture and husbandry sectors can change their application to work in other occupations SSO visited Northeaster region to make public about the Office work for the 4th time in Khon Kaen province Urgent!! Open for Korean language testing for working in Korea Bangkok Skill Development Center invites workers to enter skill standards testing Permanent Secretary “concern” and “warn” enterprises please be careful on electrical leaking from flooding SSO emphasizes that stop contribution payment will have impacts on the Fund; it is worthwhile for insured persons SSO initiated new channel of contribution payment of insured persons under section 39 Korean government sticks on foreign workers Chiangmai Skill Development Center trains language for workers who going to work overseas Bangkok Skill Development Center opens for training on JAVA programming to develop skill for new generation DLPW organized study visit on labour standards development SSO reported the results from study visit overseas and ready to apply the knowledge for the Office development MOL is ready to submit a new round of registration to cabinet soon, “emphasize” this will be the last time Thai workers train in Japan more than 1,000 MOL joined with Japanese organization on understanding amendment of Labour Protection Act B.E. 2551 DSD is ready to compete in Skill Contest expect to earn gold medals in many fields MOL informs insured persons don’t be panic on the news that registered hospitals will not continue its contract “point” there will be other hospitals for insured persons MOL informs of the increasing of medical expense/insured person of private hospitals Oman has announced the discontinue of issuing visa to foreign workers who entering or leaving the country Thai workers who used to work in Korea have the rights to receive Taejikim money if not have yet receive it Permanent Secretary believed that new Permanent Secretary could continue the work SSO informs that Health Science Center, Burapha University, is ready to deliver services and accepting more insured persons Minister of Labour joins Karawan Kae Jon Event in Lampang Minister of Labour reported the result from the trip to Japan Labour Office in Riyadh visited Thai workers and employers at Unaizah city DLPW requested cooperation from State Enterprise trade union to promote good relations within the organizations DSD prepares Thai youth technicians for competition expects to win in many fields Utraradit Labour Office organized mobile clinic service DSD aims at being organization that having high quality on services SSO launched a project on procurement and implementation of labour information and communication technology Nakornsawan Labour Office organized project on solving poverty Organizing the first Thai Takraw Unity in Brunei Labour Office in Riyadh visited Thai workers and local employers in Sakakah city Northern part of Saudi Arabia Kuwait government announced amnesty to foreign workers who illegally stayed in Kuwait to report to the government within 6 weeks SSO awarding honorable plaque to “hospitals in our heart” for 2008 MOL worried about State Enterprise trade union’s image Minister of Labour “marketing” employment services in 2 provinces SSO suggested reimbursing for emergency medical expenses through life insurance or Social Security Fund DLPW charges Myanmar employers on abusing child migrant workers DOE opens for national verification of migrant workers from Lao PDR and Myanmar from 1 September 2008 – 28 February 200 DLPW has organized the public hearing on draft national policy and planning on elimination of worst form of child labour Awarding certificate to trainees who passed the course on taking care old-aged people Minister Uraiwan emphasized on migrant registration and employment of people with disability MOL “aims” at reducing work-related accidental rates to be zero Project on Ministry of Interior clinic and mobile district in Sukhothai The 3/2551 meeting of Phnag-nga Sub-committee on Minimum wage MOL clarified the rights of workers who working in Saudi Arabia Cambodian Ambassador to Thailand emphasized no policy on sending illegal workers to work in Thailand New round of registration proposal will be submitted to Illegal Worker Administration Committee Labour Co-op has launched insurance for members Warns Thai workers be careful of deceiving to work in Libya Chumporn Skill Development Center organized training of setting up NGV/LPG SSO organizes project on “hospitals in our heart” as incentive for hospitals to upgrade their services SSO informed on the issue of contribution collection for benefits of 7 cases Pattani Labour Office regulated society and solving drug issue in the workplaces MOL listened to voices from concerned people on the issuing of Labour Protection for Informal Sector Act Minister Uraiwan delivered assistant budget to workers in Chiangrai province MOL assisted victims from flooding in Chiangrai province The promotion and development of TO BE NUMBER ONE Club for enterprises in Phang-nga province Labour Office in Singapore visited Thai workers at KPW Company MOL visited Kanchanaburi province organizing Karawan Kae Jon for workers Brainstorming employer – worker on the research topic: “middle way for Thai labour relations” Promotion of Thai labour market overseas emphasizing on worker benefits rather than number of sending workers Open for youth to apply for Thai Youth Ambassador in Japan Permanent Secretary warns job seekers to check the K.N.T. Recruitment Company status before applying for job Labour Office in Japan joined the project on Japanese language training for Thai workers Riyadh Labour Office welcomed Expert Dungmon Buranalurk and team on visiting to Qatar Riyadh Labour Office promotes employment of Thai workers in Dubai SSO informed that funeral benefits of 4,000 Baht in case of death insured persons should specifies the heir who entitle for the benefits SSO warns unemployed insured persons to register for employment within 30 days for unemployment benefit entitlement DSD joined with Tourism Authority of Thailand and 7 alliances to develop qualify human resources for tourism industry for the next 2 years MOL organized “assistant karavan” to share and assist officers in 3 Southern provinces Project on emergency employment for victims of natural disasters in Mahasarakam province DSD encourages human resources capacity development DLPW admires employers who support the work of Counselors for women workers in the factory DLPW organized seminar for officers who responsible for compliance with Labour Protection Act Labour Office in Hong Kong organized meeting for local employees Fact finding on demand for 400 workers in ship building factory in USA Samutprakarn organizes Job Fair and Occupation with many free activities MOL informed how to solve labour shortage issues Foreign Worker Assistant Center in Kaoshieung organized Mother Day Sport MOL distributes work – honorable to officers who are working on knowledge management (KM) Project on Samutsakron people living by the concept of sufficient economy Revoking license of Yuthapol Business Group Recruitment Company on ground of deceiving 91 job seekers MOL organized Karawan Kae Jon in 5 regions Japan supports Thai human resource development system Songkhla Labour Office organized short course on occupational training at Jana District Amnatcharoen Labour Office paid wages for workers under the emergency employment project SSO reported private school employees applied for members of Social Security Fund more than 27,000 persons Training on networking on prevention and solving drug issue in the workplaces MOL prepares for the lay-off situation Team of trainees of the 9th junior level of Labour managers course made study visit to Singapore Kaoshieung Labour Office built networking with the Thai – Philippine Spouse Fellowship Center Inviting to join the honorable awarding ceremony of campaigning on reducing accidental from work to be zero for the year 2008 SSO is ready for the new Act on Bank Deposit Protection Institute DOE initiated policy on “fast service one-stop-service office country wide” Royyim Kong Pandin a TV program made a TV show of project on emergency employment at Petchaburi province Ministry Inspector General visited Phitsanulok province Ubonratchathani Labour Officers visited areas under the province for follow up case on assisting Thai workers in Libya MOL organizes Event “Solving poverty for workers” country wide Phangnga Skill Development Center trains workers for Tourism Industry Illegal broker conspired with foreigners deceiving job seeker to work in South Africa Meeting on preparation for labour forces database Minister of Labour welcomed Ms. Gwi-Ycop Son United Nations Coordinator and delegates Training for Chonburi Labour Volunteers Job Fair at Century the Movie Plaza, there are more than 30 companies with 5,500 positions DSD moved forward to produce pipe assembly technician DSD through Saraburi Skill Development Center joined with Nakornluang Cement Company organized training on construction control technique The 2nd Seminar on improvement of Thai Labour Standards (TLS 8001-2546) management in enterprises List of enterprises that received honorable plaque award under the Zero Accident Campaign DLPW organized training on protection of migrant workers according to international standard MOL expects to have wage adjustment! but need to wait for the results of 6 measures first DLPW organized seminar on safety on working with crane Illegal brokers utilized economic downturn deceiving job seekers to work overseas MOL and Industrial Council of Thailand signed an MOU to solve labour shortage issue in industrial sector Nakorn” believes welding technician for Petrochemical Industry earn income nearly 100,000 Baht Arrested! Middle-aged women who deceived Thai workers in Northern region The new Association Board of Sukhothaithammathirat University visited Minister Counselor (Labour) in Hong Kong SSO informed the return of investment for the first 6 months was 12,285 million Baht Promotion of association and establishment of Loan Fund to assist home workers during the economic crisis Upgrading worker skill for higher competitiveness Skill Development Center invites SMEs to upgrade their skill for higher competitiveness New Zealand discussed on development of occupational safety and health at the workplace under the Agreement on Labour between Thailand and New Zealand Minister of Labour opened an anti-drug national meeting Minister of Labour informed about wages for Thai workers to work overseas Minister of Labour opened a public-private joint workshop on sending Thai workers to work overseas The results of 14 Southern Provincial Sub-committee on Minimum Wage seminar agreed with wage determination based on skill standard MOL aims at expansion Thai labour market in UAE Director General, DOE said . Even though economy is not good but some enterprises are still need more workers Hong Kong government will announce the exemption of levy on foreign housemaid MOL organized national policy seminar in exchange of work experiences on management of migrant workers Mol organized seminar on data based for labour research Provincial Employment Office organized training on self-employed to fight economic crisis Dlpw executives welcomed and joined the reception to New Zealand delegate who came under the Labour Cooperation Agreement between Thailand – New Zealand Seminar for enterprises in Bangkok, suggested solving the crisis by “people” Mr. Suthep Un-samai, Inspector General, and team visited Labour Office in Singapore during 9-10 July 2008 Labour Office in Singapore organized the 8th labour football competition for the year 2008 Social Security Board implements project on Social Security Housing 1506 Fishery Industry requested Minister of Labour to open for another round of migrant worker registration to solve labour shortage issues Deputy Permanent Secretary opened a training program for junior labour officers DSD joined SMEs Bank signing a Memorandum of Understanding on entrepreneur development Medical mobile unit under Royal Prorogate visited Umnartcharoen province SSO informed insured persons who paid excess contribution can claim the excess amount back through the bank account by sending Request Form by mail Phangnga Governor visited people under the project on sadness mitigation and friendships Working as ‘chef’ in Australia is in high demand, good income but need to have skill and language Minister of Labour suggested how to survive during the economic crisis Selection of president of Thai Association in West region of Saudi Arabia Project on teaching English for Thai workers in Hong Kong DLPW trained on safety at work DOE suggested hiring migrant workers under the MOU DOE detailed figures on employment in 2008 it is increasing 870,000 persons Brainstorming to develop personnel competency on tourism Thai worker complaint on being deceived to work in can fish factory in Latvia Minister of Labur “suggested” Chiefs of Labour Office overseas to protect Thai workers.. expading! Thai Labour market and promote worker quality of lives Policy delivery to chiefs of Labour Offices overseas International Labour Conference SSO insists computer project value of 2.3 billion Baht is transparent Committee on Labour Development and National Skill Training Coordination organizes meeting to develop national labour forces in preparation for long-term economy Kaohsiung Labour Office joined with Trade and Economic Office organized training on psychology treatment There will be personnel development on Food Logistic Visiting Bangkok Skill Development Center and observing training on NGV set up MOL develops Ministry’s personnel “closing gap” increasing knowledge on procurement and general administration Suwannabhumi Labour Control stopped job seekers to work overseas DSD launches project on increasing labour productivity for enterprises DOE extends the application of Thai women workers to work as massager in Malaysia until 9 July 2008 MOL is ready to promote occupations for people with disability SSO prepares to improve benefit for insured persons who need peritoneal dialysis Insured persons who have emergency sickness or accident can admit to any hospital, Social Security Office will responsible for expenses DSD joins hand with Chotiwet College open training program on fusion food MOL ordered suspension of licenses of 2 recruitment agencies Minister of labour “guided” Thai Muslim students in Southern provinces to pay attention on studying, diligent and patient, don’t choosy, “pointed” every job has the same dignity MOL organized World Anti-drug Day MOL initiated measures for tax reimbursement of Thai workers who used to work in Israel during 2003- 2005 MOL suggested recruitment agencies to cooperate in order to show Thai workers capacity to work in United Arab Emirates (UAE) MOL is ready to drive outputs for country economy Kaohsiung Labour Office joined with Economic and Trade Office organized training on psychology DSD organized training on “painted the Mosque” with the aim to create harmony Labour College organized training on waiter/waitress and Thai food cooking before going to study overseas Permanent Secretary opened a seminar on Thai Labour Standards upgrading Thai manufacturing industries to be accepted for globalization United Arab Emirates (UAE) imprisoned and deported Thai worker due to drinking issue Deceiving Thai workers to work in South Africa Arrested illegal brokers who deceived Thai workers to work in Australia Arrested illegal migrant workers working as security guards in a big shopping mall in Nonthaburi province Labour Office in Malaysia brings Thai-Muslim students to meet with Minister of Labour MOL “assists” disaster victims on employment to create income MOL arrested illegal migrant workers, emphasize! Employers will be arreste as well after the end of re-new registration MOL organized activities on Anti-drug Day “invited” all stakeholders to “doing good following the King remarks” Labour Office in Japan organized Job fair and inviting monks to talk on Dhamma to Thai trainees MOL revoked license of L. and C. Group (1994) recruitment agency as requested Inspector Generals visited Labour Office in Taiwan Labour Office in Hong Kong assisted on sending the body of dead housemaid back home Labour Office in Taipei met with employer from P&F Brother Industry Permanent Secretary orders to suppress illegal migrant workers after the end of re-new registration on 30 June 2008 SSO informed the total claiming of dental benefits for 2008 Prime Minister interested in worker skill development in response to domestic and overseas labour markets Prime Minister chaired the 4/2551 meeting of Permanent Secretaries at Ministry of Labour Seizing tour bus! For migrant workers who illegally work at construction site in Lumpini area MOL actively produces personnel for tourism and service sectors Director General, Pairote, said that there will be a planning of new system for DOE in response to the need of local people in the areas Labour Office in Japan welcomed chief Inspector General SSO will organize training for assessment medical doctors on loss of competency in order for insured persons to receive fast and convenience on claiming benefits and compensation Minister of Labour informed after attending the ILC that there were many issues related to Ministry DLPW joined Thailand Industrial Estate Office campaigning for worker safety: Thai society happy SSO suggested insured persons who has first child age 6 years and paying contribution for 12 months onward are entitled to receive child allowances Labour Office in Malaysia, Pattani Vocational College and Tomyam Association in Malaysia joined in skill training for Thai workers who are working at restaurants in Cerembun city MOL “monitors” labour shortage issues Riyadh Labour Office spent 2 years 9 months in assisting Thai workers to sue employer for wage and other benefits until winning the case Ministry spokesperson said that education personnel are not entitle for Social Security Fund, it needs more discussion Lacal Administration requests MOL to allocate budget from migrant worker registration fees for the development of local communities MOL organized Caravan Kae Jon to assist Thai workers during the economic crisis MOL opened the 3rd forum for brainstorming on minimum wage adjustment for group of provinces in Northeastern region at Ubonratchathani province MOL kicked off a project on increasing labour productivity in the workplace: emphasize on quality productivity! Insured persons who have mental illness and need treatment not more than 15 days is entitle for social security fund DSD suggested workers to train according to market demand to prevent unemployment Minister of Labour led worker and employer representatives attended ILO meeting! The forum interested in the concept of sufficiency economy and employment SSO detailed guidelines on sending workers and insured persons to Worker Rehabilitation Center SSO suggested insured persons to register their marriage according to the law; if they are dead their spouse will inherit their entitlement Media team from Thailand National Broadcasting Television shot a documentary about Thai workers and Thai people in Brunei Worker leader submitted request to Minister of Labour Labour Office in Japan welcomed Permanent Secretary and Director General from DLPW MOL joined with C.P. Plaza in organizing E-Job Expo 2008 at Computer Center, IT Mall, Fortune Town IMM opened the 5th training for Thai male to train in Japan Sport competition among ASEAN Consular in Saudi Arabia Minister’s Advisors assisted disaster victims at Kalasin province A meeting of Thai Association in western region of Saudi Arabia CLA announced the importation of foreign workers to add not to replace “Somkiet” pointed out how to earn income for Phathalung people Chachorngsao Skill Development Center convinces young male and female to train in logistic Thailand raised issue of basic rights and freedom to the International Labour Conference DOE opens for 7 Massage jobs to work in Malaysia Cooperation activities on labour between Thailand – New Zealand Advisory Council on promotion of peacefulness in Southern provinces by visiting Labour Office in Malaysia 12 June 2008: World Day against Child Labour, MOL actively involves in the elimination of the worst form of child labour MOL confirmed that there was no death from the chemical leaking from the plastic factory in Rayong Ranong Labour Office promotes the making of broom from Or flowers in order to increase income and fighting drought situation SSO implements project on join forces to prevent diseases in the workplace MOL is actively solving labour shortage issues by cooperating with all stakeholders to produce workers for labour market Minister of Labour emphasized on human resource development – set up Task Force on job opportunity Minister of Labour emphasized on human resource development – set up Task Force on job opportunity Minister of Labour informs of sending Thai workers to work in Korea by government-to-government in order to cut off middle men MOL enhances human resource development in response to changing of information and technology DOE welcomes air lines, air line representatives to join the traveling services to Korea Warn! Thai workers in Israel Youth representative on graphic design received soft ware for competition in ASEAN Skill Competition Minister of Labour opened a project on SSO smiling from heart, integrating mission, providing unique services Kanchanaburi Province assigned representative to give lecture on tourism and trade strategy at the border Hong Kong Labour Office welcomed educational guidance team from Sukhothaithammatirat University Labour Office joined the training project on psychology and creating community network in Taiwan DOE assisting victims who passed drug addicted rehabilitation Expanding Thai labour market in UAE MOL encouraged all stakeholders to join the creation of consciousness on “worker safety and good health” MOL organized seminar on regulations and acts on submitting issues to the cabinet Permanent Secretary rewarded the prizes to the winners and closed the 22nd National Skill Competition Phang-nga province welcomed the Judging Committee on To Be Number One for national education institute competition student under the project on teaching Thai language on holiday Tax reimbursement for Thai workers who used to work in Israel during 2003 – 2006 Labour Office joined the meeting on planning for evacuation of Thai workers in Taiwan A Campaigning Day on work safety, Thai society happy at the Office in Ladkrabang Industrial Zone SSO launched a project on “Social Security Office smiling from the heart” In “High oil price era”, only wage increase is not a sustainable solution, but welfares added, MOLpoints The Skill Development and King Mungkut’s University of Technology Thonburi push employers to understand the skill development General Labour Section in Hongkong protected workers and inspected enterprises in Macao DOE suggests applying Sufficiency Economy to adjust oneself in volatility situation The Committee on Labour and Social Welfares of National Legislative Assembly visited and asked the executive management of the Labour Ministry for decisive problem solving MOL held the 2nd Brainstorm meeting about Minimum Wage adjustment for the provinces in the Central region at Bangkok MOL urges to develop capacity in logistic field, with the concept of “punctual delivery, perfect commodity and suitable cost Employment Department warns job-seekers who want to work in Malaysia The Labour Protection and Welfare Department rewards enterprises which are well AIDS management in the Southern and Central region Friendship House Project SSO – GHB for insurers’ residence is starting on 2 June 2008 Ronong Provincial Labour Office returned Myanmese who survived from container carrier MOL opened house to welcome the Committee on Labour and Social Welfares of National Legislative Assembly SSO and Government Housing Bank sign a cooperative agreement “Friendship House Project SSO - GHB” DOE informs and warns that currently no company or person is permit to recruit job seekers to work in agricultural sector in Australia Labour Ministry enrolls Thai workers for language preparation training prior working abroad Warning! Thai workers are prohibited to kill animals which are not economic animals. Otherwise, they may be punished according to Taiwan Laws. Office of Labour Affairs in Saudi Arabia (Jeddah) held a meeting about Non-formal Education Centre Results from the Seminar of 17 Provincial Minimum Wage Sub-committees in the Northern region Permanent Secretary suggests utilising benefit from Social Security fund in the case of having complications from pregnancy First meeting of Alien Worker Committee – no new registration MOL increases the medical treatment reimbursement for the Workmen’s Compensation Fund to be maximum of THB 300,000, which will be effective on 13 May 2008 Office of Labour affairs in Taiwan (Section 2 Taipei) promotes education for Thai workers in Taipei Office of Labour affairs in Taiwan (Section 2 Taipei) met White Horse Ceramic Company Office of Labour affairs in Saudi Arabia (Riyadh) welcomes Mrs.Uraiwan Thienthong, Labour Minister for a formal visit to the UAE The Labour Minister proceeds to develop the standards of “Decent Work” to ASEAN Israel allows foreigners who worked during 2003 – 2005 to have tax refund Labour Minister as a team leader negotiates to enlarge the labour market in the UAE, and ready to cooperate by supplying the quality Thai labour Labour Minister discloses waiting for the State Enterprise Relations Committee to consider “temporary” increase in the payment for living expense.” G8 countries are emphasising on taking care of environment, income and human preparation for sustainability and security Office of Labour affairs in Taiwan (Section 2 Kaohsiung) reports that Thai workers are worry about “Sudden Unexpected Death Syndrome Office of Labour affairs in Saudi Arabia (Jeddah) inspected Thai workers Deputy Permanent Secretary, delivers a special address in training for new officials Warn Thai workers, who are going to work in Malaysia, must check employers’ qualification and the process must comply with Act B.E. 2528, Article 50 Labour Minister noticed her awareness to graduated volunteers from Southern region of Thailand Voices from the informal sector to the labour protection expansion (Article 40) Labour Minister received 300-ton cement to support labour’s skill development SSO warns shop owners don’t forget! to register employees as insured persons Member of Parliament submitted the request to amendment Labour Protection Law to expand their retirement age to be 65 years. Thai worker news, economic and society in Taiwan during 15 April – 15 May 2008 Taiwan CLA initiated new measures to solve the escaping of migrant worker