Thailand's Migrant Workforce: Economic Benefits Amidst Legal Hurdles

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Thailand's migrant workers contribute significantly to the nation's economy, funnelling a remarkable 400 billion baht annually, according to Labour Minister Pipat Ratchakitprakarn. Despite ongoing efforts to curb illegal migrations, a staggering 382,699 Thais were found working without proper documentation abroad last year.

 

Thailand legally dispatched 92,392 workers overseas in 2024—a decline of 11% from the previous year, largely due to conflicts in Israel. However, remittances still soared by 9%, reaching an impressive 267.8 billion baht, compared to 245.7 billion in 2023, as demand for skilled Thai workers in various sectors remains robust.

 

 

 

Popular destinations for Thai workers include Israel, Taiwan, South Korea, and Japan, among others. However, Malaysia tops the chart with the highest number of illegal Thai workers at 210,002, followed by South Korea and Japan. Despite the legal risks and potential for exploitation, higher wages lure many Thais to work without proper documentation.

 

As the Thai government tackles this complex issue, they wrestle with the trade-off between the economic boost from remittances and the pressing need to regulate their growing workforce abroad. The task of balancing these priorities remains both a challenge and an opportunity, reported The Thaiger.

 

-- 2025-03-18

 

 

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