The initiative follows recent talks between Thailand's Labor Minister Chulaphan Amornwiwat and Italian Labor and Social Policies Minister Marina Elvira Calderone on the sidelines of the 114th International Labor Conference in Geneva.
Deputy Government Spokesperson Capt. Phattharasarim Thongsaluaykrorn stated Sunday that the administration is highly focused on creating more overseas job opportunities and improving the livelihoods of Thai workers, according to Bangkok Post.
According to the spokesperson, these discussions mark a crucial step toward expanding access to the European labor market.
Italy has formally included Thailand in its Decreto Flussi (Flows Decree) 2026-2028 program, a three-year immigration framework that regulates the legal entry of non-EU workers, Thairath reported.
This measure will facilitate the recruitment of Thai workers for both seasonal and long-term positions in agriculture, manufacturing, healthcare, and services. Previous discussions with Italy's ambassador to Thailand indicated a specific target of 20,000 to 30,000 Thai workers each year to fill these critical gaps.
