Reopening of Saudi ties means job opportunities for Thai workersLabour Minister Suchart Chomklin, right, during his meeting with Saudi Arabia's Human Resources and Social Development Minister Ahmad bin Sulaiman Alrajhi, left, in Riyadh on Tuesday. (Photo: Government House)Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's official visit to Saudi Arabia has reopened opportunities for Thai workers in the Mideast country, government deputy spokeswoman Ratchada Dhnadirek said. Mr Suchart thanked the Saudi minister, saying the visit had reopened opportunities for Thai workers in Saudi Arabia. He said Saudi Arabia operated an e-contract programme aimed at maintaining workers' rights and reducing conflict between employees and employers. Saudi Arabia was once a major destination for Thai workers.

Source: Bangkok Post January 26, 2022 08:57 UTC