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Mr. Thanchaisethavut also believes that Thailand’s attitude regarding its obligations related to
international labour conventions is reflected in the fact that it has so far only ratified 15 out of
185 conventions. Eight of the ratified conventions concern major labour standards; so far, only
five of these have been adopted by the Thai government. The three conventions that have not
yet been adopted (the 87th, 98th and 111th), relate to the right to organize, the right to
negotiation and employment and occupation, respectively. Mr. Thanchaisethavut says, “The
Thai authorities do not agree with the freedom to assemble because of concerns over the
establishment of unions, particularly by public service workers and migrant workers.”
On the occasion of the 60th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, “The
country should take stock of the efforts made in the further realization of workers’ rights. It must
assess whether the application of the existing legislative framework in Thailand is conducive to
the full enjoyment of the economic, social and cultural rights of workers. These rights are
essential for the dignity and the free development of one’s personality, and any gaps in realizing
these rights must be addressed,” he recommends.
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