Workers could receive their minimum daily wage more than 300 baht by next year if the proposal is agreed by the labour minister. (Photo by Patipat Janthong)The national tripartite committee, consisting of representatives of workers, employers and the government, has decided the minimum daily wage of 300 baht should increase by up to 5% next year, or 15 baht. The conclusive report is due to be submitted for approval to the newly-appointed Labour Minister Pol Gen Adul Sangsingkeo. "The 0-15 baht rise was approved by all stakeholders -- the government, the employers and the employees -- and the rise will vary from province to province," said Mr Tanit, referring to the three parties in the tripartite committee. The committee's decision is in line with the Federation of Thai Industries' (FTI) estimation, which said the rise in minimum daily wage rate of 0-15 baht will bring the new daily wage rate in the range of 300-400 baht next year.

Source: Bangkok Post December 06, 2017 01:30 UTC