BANGKOK, Thailand – The government is collaborating with 35 leading private companies to address unemployment among new graduates by aligning workforce skills with current industry demands.
Deputy Government Spokesperson Patdarasm Thongsaluaykorn reported that despite the Ministry of Labor’s “Thai Mee Ngan Thum” platform showing over 311,983 job vacancies nationwide, more than 25,000 bachelor’s degree holders remain unemployed. This discrepancy highlights a critical skill mismatch in the labor market. To address this issue, the Ministry of Labour is working with major enterprises to develop high-skilled workers through targeted upskilling and reskilling programs. The strategy focuses on helping employers support job seekers, especially recent graduates, in securing roles that match their abilities and support career growth.
This initiative aligns with data from the National Economic and Social Development Council, which indicates that most first-time job seekers and long-term unemployed individuals are university graduates aged 20 to 29. Officials emphasized that adapting labor skills to technological advancements and emerging industries is essential for the modern economy. Authorities are upgrading the platform to better match job openings with required business skills and reduce labor shortages. This information will guide targeted government training programs and future adjustments to employment benefits. The administration emphasized that addressing unemployment requires accurate job matching and skill development to support high-value investments, stable incomes, and long-term national competitiveness. Job seekers and employers can access the platform or contact provincial employment offices, Bangkok Employment Offices Area 1-10, or the Department of Employment hotline at 1506, press 2, for further assistance. (NNT)
