The Thai Prime Minister and the ILO Chief talk about the future of Thailand’s workforce

Thailand Business News - Sep 12, 2026

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul met ILO Director-General Gilbert F. Houngbo to discuss labor cooperation, skills development, and adapting Thai workers to evolving job market demands during the ASEAN Labor Ministers Meeting. Key Points Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul welcomed ILO Director-General Gilbert F. Houngbo at Government House on Aug 28 for discussions aimed at preparing Thai […]

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TAT Reveals 2027 Tourism Plan for the Year of Transformation

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Nestlé is pouring billions into pet food projects in Rayong, Thailand

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