“Pipat” urges close supervision of Thai workers in Israel

"Pipat" Minister of Labor is concerned about Thai workers in Israel. After the embassy warned of war Charged the labor ambassador to take close care

On October 7, 2023, Mr. Pipat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labor Revealing the case of rocket attacks from the Gaza Strip to many areas in Israel. Early this morning (7 Oct. 66) that as the Royal Thai Embassy in Tel Aviv has issued a warning to Thai people in Israel to stay safe. Because of the rocket attack from the Gaza Strip As soon as I heard the news I am concerned about Thai workers who go to work in Israel. from the impact of such events Therefore, he ordered the Minister Counselor (Labor) to the Royal Thai Embassy in Tel Aviv, Israel. Immediately expedite inspection and close supervision of workers. From the report of Mr. Kitthana Srisuriya, Minister Counselor (Labor) at the Royal Thai Embassy in Tel Aviv, it was initially found that One Thai worker was shot in the leg and injured. His name is Mr. Chatri Chasri, 38 years old, traveling by the Department of Employment to do agricultural work. His original hometown was in Nakhon Phanom Province. From the investigation of the Department of Employment, it was found that he was a member of a fund to help job seekers work abroad. In addition, it was found that two more Thai workers, a husband and wife, were arrested. Their names are known. Mr. Bunthom Phankhong, age 39, and Ms. Sasiwan Phankhong, age 36, both have hometowns in Udon Thani province. As for other details Under investigation

Mr. Phiphat further said that in terms of operations in Thailand I have given orders to agencies under the Ministry of Labor. Nakhon Phanom Province and Udon Thani Province which is the domicile area of 1 injured Thai worker and 2 captured Thai workers, went to the area to visit their homes. To inform information Build morale Ready to immediately explain assistance regarding benefits that should be received by law to relatives. However, at present there are Thai workers working in Israel. In total there are approximately 29,900 people, of whom approximately 5,000 are residents of the cities of Netivot, Sderot, Ashkelo and nearby areas.

“I would like to ask relatives of Thai workers who go to work in Israel. Don't be alarmed. Please be sure that The Thai government, both the embassy and the Ministry of Labor, will provide the utmost protection and care. and will monitor the situation closely and request that Thai workers working in Israel who are affected as such Strictly follow the measures of the Israeli authorities. and report information to the labor department to the Royal Thai Embassy in Tel Aviv in order to plan further assistance,” Mr. Phiphat concluded.

The Royal Thai Embassy in Tel Aviv has issued a warning to Thai people in Israel. Thai people are asked to enter the shelter as soon as they hear the siren. If not, they should lie down on the ground, do not take photos, or run to an open area. Strictly follow the measures of the Israeli authorities. And I ask everyone, especially those living in the southern region near Gaza and the central region, including Tel Aviv, Do not leave your residence

For Thai people affected Please contact the Royal Thai Embassy. Telephone number (+972) 5 4636 8150 Division of Protection and Care of Thai Persons Abroad, Number 0 2575 1047-51 Thai Labor Division At the Royal Thai Embassy in Tel Aviv Tel: +972 544693476 What app ID: 0544693476 Line ID: 0544693476 (24 hours a day).

Source: Thai News Agency