No new Cambodian workers allowed in ThailandCambodian workers return to their home country via a checkpoint in Sa Kaeo province amid ongoing border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia in December last year. The employment of Cambodian workers became a contentious issue following last year's Thai-Cambodian border clashes. Ms Treenuch said the Labour Ministry has reaffirmed five key principles for managing Cambodian workers now in Thailand. Second, the government will not allow new Cambodian workers to enter the country. Third, all Cambodian workers must be formally registered and have clear employer certification confirming their employment with a specific company.

Source: Bangkok Post March 11, 2026 15:10 UTC