No new Cambodian workers allowed inCambodian workers return to their home country via a checkpoint in Sa Kaeo province amid ongoing border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia in December last year. Public Relations DepartmentThe government has reaffirmed that no new Cambodian migrant workers will be allowed into the country due to security concerns, despite pressure from the private sector. The employment of Cambodian workers became a contentious issue following last year's Thai-Cambodian border clashes. Ms Treenuch said the Labour Ministry has reaffirmed five key principles for managing Cambodian workers now in Thailand. Third, all Cambodian workers must be formally registered and have clear employer certification confirming their employment with a specific company.

Source: Bangkok Post March 11, 2026 01:11 UTC