On 22 June 2026, H.E. Ms. Lada Phumas, Ambassador of Thailand to Malaysia, welcomed a delegation from Yala Rajabhat University, led by Assistant Professor Dr. Sombat Yothathip, Chairman of the University Council, who paid a courtesy call on the Ambassador during their visit to Malaysia to explore opportunities for the deployment of Thai workers to the Malaysian market. The meeting took place at the Royal Thai Embassy in Kuala Lumpur and was also attended by Ms. Tarinee Limchularattana, Minister Counsellor (Labour) of the Royal Thai Embassy.

 

The Ambassador and the delegation exchanged views on the overall landscape of Thai labour in Malaysia, particularly in the services sector, including traditional Thai massage and spa businesses, while discussing the current situation and prospects of Malaysia’s wellness economy, as well as opportunities and practical recommendations for the deployment of Thai workers to Malaysia, particularly in the context of promoting economic and social development in Thailand’s Southern Border Provinces. On this occasion, the Minister Counsellor (Labour) provided information on Malaysia’s policies and regulations governing the employment of foreign workers, with an emphasis on ensuring comprehensive protection of the rights and welfare of Thai workers, while highlighting ongoing efforts to enhance the skills and capacities of Thai workers to better align with market demands and Malaysia’s regulatory requirements.

 

The Chairman of the University Council expressed his appreciation to the Royal Thai Embassy for its highly valuable insights and continued close cooperation with the University, including through internship programmes for students at the Embassy and initiatives aimed at strengthening capacities and fostering networks between youth from Thailand’s Southern Border Provinces and Thai students in Malaysia. On this occasion, the Ambassador reaffirmed the readiness of the Royal Thai Embassy and Team Thailand in Malaysia to continue coordinating with the University, as well as with relevant Thai and Malaysian agencies in the labour sector, in order to expand opportunities and contribute to improving the livelihoods and well-being of the people in Thailand’s Southern Border Provinces.