Thailand's small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are continuing to suffer as policymakers place a quota on the number of migrant workers who can be employed at a company.
The Act on Management of Migrant Labour, passed by the National Legislative Assembly in April, puts a cap on the number of migrant workers at 20% per company, aiming to protect employment opportunities for Thais.
The new law will take effect in early July, with Section 11 stating that it's for the benefit and protection of opportunities for Thais' career development. The Employment Department is compiling job-seeking registrations from all Thai nationals who wish to work, as well as their qualifications.
