A new hike in minimum daily wages of between 5% and 8% is expected in September, since the rates have remained unchanged for over two years, according to the Ministry of Labour and an association of employers.
The tripartite committee responsible for approving wage rises is expected to finish deliberation in August of a new proposal to raise the rates, said Surachai Chaitrakulthong, assistant to the minister.
The committee consists of representatives of the government, employers and employees.
