News Forum - New law allows foreign talent to thrive in Thailand

[Thaiger]

The government of Thailand has taken a huge step forward in attracting highly skilled foreign workers to the country, with the release of a new law that allows foreigners to work or invest in 18 select industries. The Royal Thai Gazette website published a notice from the Ministry of Interior outlining the special permit for …

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[MrNovax]

I am curious what specific work is allowed in these "industries."   What exactly qualifies for "digital industry"?

 

[MrStretch]

I disagree with the author of this story.

He states that "...it also shows a commitment to economic recovery and foreign direct investment.

Experts, investors, executives and entrepreneurs for startups are allowed to work, invest, establish and oversee businesses in Thailand’s target industries, meeting BOI approvals set by the Cabinet."

I really think it shows that Thailand's educational institutions, including universities, have greatly failed the people they are supposed to be preparing for their futures.

Seeing how the BoI and the Thai government has previously set down rules for any foreigners in this country means that those "approvals" will be hard and financially demanding hoops to jump through.