News Forum - Thailand News Update | Inflation rises up & Labour shortage in Thailand

[Thaiger]

Thailand has a perfect demographic storm heading its way after two years of very swift change in the local employment market. Whilst people scrambled to find new employment in the early days, and are now gainfully self employed, employers are complaining of acute labour shortages.This problem has been exacerbated by the closure of the borders stopping the flow of migrant labour, mostly from Cambodia and Myanmar, flowing into the country. They all moved back to their countries in the early months of the pandemic.The problem is also being fuelled by a decline in Thailand’s birth rate, and an ageing population.Manufacturers […]

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[Ynwaps]

Finally, you guys will have enough money to afford the inflated national park prices. I've heard the trails are open again. Otherwise, beer will also be cheaper. Just like in the good days.  Before all those digital nomads ruined everything! 

[Jason]

thanks Natty...always very professional in your delivery of the news

[LoongFred]

7 hours ago, Thaiger said:

Thailand has a perfect demographic storm heading its way after two years of very swift change in the local employment market. Whilst people scrambled to find new employment in the early days, and are now gainfully self employed, employers are complaining of acute labour shortages.This problem has been exacerbated by the closure of the borders stopping the flow of migrant labour, mostly from Cambodia and Myanmar, flowing into the country. They all moved back to their countries in the early months of the pandemic.The problem is also being fuelled by a decline in Thailand’s birth rate, and an ageing population.Manufacturers […]

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So those complaining about lack of employment really have no grounds to complain. Seems like jobs are plentiful, but the easy money from tourist might not be.

Since the tourist industry might not return for several, smart works need to adapt.