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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 21 August 2025
Thai Factories Face Labour Crisis: Automation Rising Photo courtesy of Khmer Times Thailand's factories are grappling with a significant labour crunch, prompting a push towards automation as a long-term solution. The shortage stems from a decline in Cambodian workers, amidst ongoing territorial disputes, impacting essential sectors like construction and agribusiness. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1370494-thai-factories-face-labour-crisis-automation-rising/ -
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Report Thai Factories Face Labour Crisis: Automation Rising
Photo courtesy of Khmer Times Thailand's factories are grappling with a significant labour crunch, prompting a push towards automation as a long-term solution. The shortage stems from a decline in Cambodian workers, amidst ongoing territorial disputes, impacting essential sectors like construction and agribusiness. The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) has highlighted the urgent need for Thai manufacturers to adapt. Kriengkrai Thiennukul, the FTI chairperson, stressed that while the shortage may be temporary, businesses are compelled to rethink strategies. "Factories are now actively seeking workers from Myanmar, Vietnam, and Laos," he noted. To address this gap, Kriengkrai called on the Thai government to establish more labour agreements with neighbouring countries. These agreements aim to streamline the legal hiring process and mitigate the employment shortfall. Despite Thailand hosting an estimated three million migrant workers from Myanmar, Laos, and Cambodia, many remain unregistered. Of these, workers from Myanmar constitute the largest group, with over 2.9 million individuals. While temporary measures are in place, the FTI underscores automation as a sustainable solution to Thailand’s labour challenges. "Investing in automation can cut costs and improve production efficiency," Kriengkrai explained. This shift not only addresses immediate shortages but also fortifies industries against future disruptions. In the interim, the FTI advocates for swift negotiations with Myanmar and Laos to legally onboard more workers, particularly in labour-intensive sectors like food processing, agriculture, and construction. Tensions with Cambodia complicate these efforts. Thai officials acknowledge the challenges in restoring diplomatic relations swiftly. The FTI also monitors how this affects Thai-owned businesses in Cambodia, especially in garment and footwear manufacturing, where Cambodian labour is pivotal. The ongoing instability has dented investor confidence. The Thai Industries Sentiment Index dropped to 86.6 points last month — the lowest since October last year — down from 87.7 in June. This decline mirrors industry concerns over disrupted border trade and the uncertainty surrounding political tensions. As Thailand navigates these turbulent times, the shift towards automation signifies a critical turning point in preserving the nation’s industrial resilience. The move promises to bolster competitive edges while safeguarding against workforce shortages, a prudent strategy in uncertain times. Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Thaiger 2025-08-21 -
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Air Fryer
Since I have never used one, I won't debate. But I wouldn't dismiss the previous comments about plastic components causing potential health issues. Stainless steel / cast iron are the only safe cooking surfaces, as far as I know. -
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McCarthyism returns....
There you go lying again. 1) DUBLIN, May 1 (Reuters) - Ryanair (RYA.I), opens new tab on Thursday threatened to cancel orders for hundreds of Boeing (BA.N), opens new tab aircraft if a U.S.-led tariff war leads to materially higher prices, and said it could look at alternative suppliers, including Chinese planemaker COMAC. https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/ryanair-threatens-seek-alternative-boeing-order-if-tariffs-impact-price-2025-05-01/ 2) The European Union Aviation Safety Agency's executive director, Florian Guillermet, told the French publication L'Usine Nouvelle that claims by Chinese aircraft manufacturer COMAC that its C919 would be certified by the Europeans this year were wrong. "As we informed them officially, the C919 cannot be certified in 2025," he said. "We should be certifying the C919 within three to six years." https://www.ch-aviation.com/news/153298-c919-certification-in-europe-not-before-2028-easa -
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Report Pattaya Car Theft: Indian Owner Claims Professional Scam
I have given you a like....even though you missed off Chicken Dansak... 😉
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