BANGKOK — Thailand is considering allowing 42,000 refugees from nine camps to work legally as the country grapples with severe labor shortages following the mass exodus of Cambodian workers, according to Somchai Morakotsriwan, Director General of the Department of Employment.
The Ministry of Labor estimates demand for 25,000-30,000 Cambodian workers nationwide, but discussions with employers reveal broader labor needs across multiple sectors. The Cabinet will review the refugee employment proposal on August 26, with officials from the Ministry of Labor and Ministry of Home Affairs having already held preliminary talks.
Multiple Solutions Under Consideration
Beyond refugee employment, Thailand has approved recruiting Sri Lankan workers, though this process requires a bilateral memorandum of understanding and will take considerable time as new workers must learn Thai laws, language and culture…. อ่านข่าวต้นฉบับได้ที่ : https://www.khaosodenglish.com/news/business/2025/08/25/thailand-eyes-42000-refugees-to-address-cambodian-worker-exodus/