Government House, The Prime Minister admits he is unhappy after the small increase in wages. Asks the Tripartite to think about our hearts. Don't just talk about the law. Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Gave an interview after chairing the National Strategy Committee meeting No. 2/2023 regarding disagreements with the 20-year national strategic plan, saying that it must be considered according to the changing world context. Because everything changes all the time. And I believe that everyone can see that the world is changing very quickly. Many things that will attract people with knowledge and ability into the country include the War of Talent. It is a war that attracts talented people. At the same time, in the past when people went out to attract investors, no one talked about clean energy. But today this matter has regained its importance. As for the 20-year national strategy being locked in the constitution, what will be done? I see it's wide. There is scope for improvement and change. The Prime Minister also said that raising the minimum wage is not over yet. Which was yesterday after the Cabinet meeting. Mr. Pipat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labor It has already been reported in the beginning. Which must be taken care of differently for each profession. 'I'm not happy. Meanwhile, the Minister of Labor is not happy or uncomfortable either, but admits that there is a mechanism for determining wages. As I said, it's a matter of subconscious appropriateness. of each country which I met last night Prime Minister of Malaysia Also told me that if the minimum wage cannot be raised The country's growth will also be low. Last night there was a private discussion on this matter,' the Prime Minister said. The Prime Minister said that the minimum wage 9 years ago was 300 baht, today it is 337 baht, up 12%, which has been compared. that in reverse If the children of business operators Or a person who graduated abroad 9 years ago with a salary of 30,000 baht, today his salary has increased to only 33,700 baht, so he asks again, It's up just over 10%. Are you happy? I want you to think of our hearts. The matter of the Triwizard is another matter. Laws and regulations are another matter. There are many stories of Thai people living together. With the desire for everyone to be happy and have food and use as appropriate 'In the three southern border provinces, wages have only increased to 2 baht per month. Everyone will say that they or the Prime Minister have no power. But increasing wages is a tripartite matter. Personally, I understand everything. And I know that everyone understands the law. But the matter of people's lives and livelihoods is not just a matter of law. So I would like to be able to understand each other and talk together. in a difficult situation,' the Prime Minister said. Reporters asked that the conditions regarding the minimum wage increase were not influenced by the Prime Minister with the Tripartite. There will be a discussion like adults talking with adults or not. The Prime Minister said that we must continue to try. To solve the problem Which must be spoken clearly and must beg, plead, plead for reasons and do not bring up things that are not true. For example, the issue of moving production bases was discussed. Because it's not When asked if the minimum wage increase each year can be raised several times or not, the Prime Minister said that it can be adjusted several times as appropriate. From the past, we used to talk about each province and each district. which some districts There may be different labor needs. We also need to hear from the employer's side. It's not that I won't listen. And you must listen according to your profession, according to your needs, according to your expertise. There are many dimensions that need to be discussed. Personally, I don't want to use the media's space to put pressure on every side. We should speak with each other in the spirit of speech. We sympathize with each other. As for what are his expectations for the economy next year, the Prime Minister said that he hopes it will be better. He came to work and is here. If you want to improve the lives of your fellow citizens, you must make them better in many dimensions. You are not just here to do it. It's only about the minimum wage. Still need to look at investment, negotiations, trade treaties. and must look at basic rights, gender, occupation or even small freedoms such as clean air. Everyone wants these things. Reporters reported that After New Year's holiday The Prime Minister is also scheduled to travel to the northern region to help ensure that the weather must be better. which has many dimensions to take into account After the new year It is considered a new sign. That must help work and help take care of the people to have a better life.

Source: Thai News Agency