Thailand's wage committee to review 2027 minimum wage proposals from all provinces

6 November 2026 · 50-word read

In 50 words

Thailand's national wage committee will review minimum wage proposals for 2027 after every province, including Bangkok, sent recommendations. Somchai Morakotsriwan, deputy permanent secretary of the Ministry of Labour, said on 5 Nov the existing formula stays. No new rates or start dates have been announced.

Why it matters

The national review will shape whether minimum wages change in Bangkok and other provinces in 2027, which affects workers and employers. No new rates have been set yet.

What's next

The national wage committee must first examine the provincial proposals; timing is still to be discussed with its secretariat, though the ministry wants to move quickly.

Key dates

29 OctA technical review and screening subcommittee held its first meeting for the 2027 fiscal year.
5 NovThe Ministry of Labour said all provincial wage subcommittees had submitted their recommendations.

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