BANGKOK: The government has been helping the unemployed increase their job opportunities via a skills training program. During, the first two months of this year, the program has helped as many as 67,000 individuals find jobs.
Government Spokesperson Maj Gen Sansern Kaewkamnerd said the Thai government has successfully been able to keep the unemployment rate below 1%, despite the slow global economy.
He attributed the low unemployment rate to the government’s continuous efforts to improve the chances of finding jobs for the unemployed. Those looking for employment are able to contact the Smart Job Center or the Smart Training Center for assistance.
The newly launched Smart Training Center was initiated in addition to the Smart Job Center to train people to have marketable skills. Last year, more than 446,000 people gained employment through the Smart Job Center.
Despite the unemployment rate, more than 43,000 job vacancies are still available in the auto industry and retail sector, as well as hospitality, construction, and communications-related companies.
