Bangkok, Vice Chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce and Chairman of the Labor and Skills Development Committee. Revealing the annual minimum wage adjustment in the range of 2-16 baht, or an average of 3.2% nationwide, agreeing with the annual minimum wage adjustment. Emphasize that it is consistent with the Thai and global economic conditions.

Mr. Poj Aramwattananon Vice Chairman of the Thai Chamber of Commerce and Chairman of the Labor and Skill Development Committee revealed that according to the Wage Committee (Wage Board) Set 22 in the form of a tripartite committee met together and unanimously resolved to adjust the annual minimum wage rate in the range of 2-16 baht, or an average of 3.2% nationwide. The Thai Chamber of Commerce is of the view that consideration This year's minimum wage Under the tripartite committee is in accordance with Labor Protection Act, Section 87. In considering setting the minimum wage rate, the Wage Committee must study and consider the facts regarding the wage rate that employees receive, together with other facts. Taking into account the cost of living index Inflation rate standard of living Production costs Price of goods and services business capabilities Labor productivity Gross national product and economic and social conditions Including consideration of many factors and conditions as specified by law. and in line with the Charter of the International Labor Organization (ILO) and agrees with the annual minimum wage adjustment that is consistent with the conditions of the Thai economy and the world economy this time.

However, according to the Prime Minister There is concern for employees as a result of this year's minimum wage resolution. which comes from the intention of making Thai employees have better incomes and results in a better life and quality of life. and saw that adjusting the minimum wage in some provinces was inappropriate For these reasons, the Thai Chamber of Commerce has realized the Prime Minister's concern. which saw that the Cabinet By the Prime Minister Can give opinions and suggestions. for the Ministry of Labor by the tripartite committee Review and study of annual minimum wage adjustments in some provinces to make them more appropriate.

Source: Thai News Agency