Further measures such as subsidies to encourage more hiring and domestic travel are expected to be rolled out in the near future.
57 billion baht worth of loan guarantees have been earmarked for Thai SMEs struggling under the weight of COVID-19.
The COVID-19 pandemic has crippled Thailand’s tourism industry, which is critical for the country’s economy.
Thailand will permit entry for four groups of foreign nationals subject to stringent requirements and quarantine.
A loan from the Asian Development Bank will help the Thai government give more support to SMEs in the country.
Takorn Tantasith, former secretary-general of Thailand’s NBTC, envisions Thailand as a WFH hub for the world.
While hourly wages will offer more flexibility in hiring, there are concerns among employers and activists.
The Thai Chamber of Commerce expects more jobs to be on the line, as the economy is expected to contract by 5%-8% this year.
Employees said they will only be comfortable going back to their offices if a treatment or vaccine is found, according to a survey.
The airline's latest decision to cut several work benefits, particularly health welfare, has proven to be the last straw for its employees
Despite filing for bankruptcy with outstanding debts of 200 billion baht, Thailand's national carrier said there will be no layoffs for now.
The country's unemployment rate is also set to increase to 3-4%, a level not seen since the 1997/98 Asian financial crisis.
The COVID-19 outbreak has already seen 7 million jobs lost in Thailand, the second-largest economy in Southeast Asia.
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Let’s take a look back on some of the biggest news in the region that have made 2019 one of the most defining years in the employment world.
Bangkok-based Infofed will use a new injection of funds to expand its presence in Southeast Asia and spark job creation.
Whether it is by the beach, or in the mountainous jungle, Thailand offers an enviable world of MICE destinations for every organisation to consider.
Pressure is growing on the Thai government to review out-dated immigration rules to avoid scaring off foreign talent and investment.
The two ASEAN economies both want to woo companies away from China amid its political and economic tensions.
General Motors is laying off workers in Southeast Asia’s competitive auto market but pledges its ongoing commitment to Thailand.
Over five years, Jeff Lee, Chief People Officer at Agoda has transformed its HR department into a far more tech-driven and agile team.
Thailand's labour force is facing a crisis due to the country's low birth rate and rapidly ageing population.
Keeping the leadership pipeline robust is a high business priority at Thai conglomerate CP Group, as part of its Industry 4.0 gameplan.
To boost e-commerce capabilities, Thailand is establishing up the first e-commerce park dedicated to digital training.
Thai conglomerate CP Group has far-reaching international aspirations, and it is looking to its 300,000 plus workforce to drive these ambitions.
So-called post-millennials – those born after 1996 and known as Gen Z – are expecting technology to take centre stage in their careers.
The Department of Employment in Thailand have warned Thai job seekers against 'Canadian' farm worker job scams online.
The move from Bangkok accompanies the energy giant's plans to double its Asia-Pacific workforce over the next 10 years.