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Thailand to Treat Foreigners Better Under Foreign Workers Act's New Interpretation

Thailand has been regulating foreign workers for decades to protect Thai workers under the umbrella of the Foreign Workers Act, B.E. 2551. Apparently there is an issue with the current (broad) interpretation of the "work" under the Act that poses potential abuse against foreigners in Thailand. Until recently, the Department of Employment has sought clarification on such interpretation, which results in a fresh perspective of the "work" and therefore, a better treatment for foreigners in Thailand. This article explains how foreigners in Thailand can be benefited from the new, narrow interpretation of the Act.

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