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Sanders to hold $17 minimum wage rallies

How likely is legislation to increase the nationwide minimum wage to reach President Joe Biden's desk?

Salon · May 30, 2023

Asian Sea, AAI consider relocation if wages rise

SET-listed Asian Sea Corporation, a Thai frozen food producer, and its subsidiary Asian Alliance International (AAI) are ready to move their production base to Vietnam or the Philippines if the new coalition government raises the daily minimum wage to 450 baht.

Bangkok Post · May 30, 2023

Rethink MFP wage plan

The Move Forward Party (MFP) policy to immediately increase the daily minimum wage to 450 baht and adjust it annually to keep up with inflation is generating widespread debate. While the intention to support unskilled workers may be noble, it is crucial to acknowledge the potential impacts on businesses and…

Bangkok Post · May 28, 2023

Don't Bet on a Minimum Wage Increase

Congress is unlikely to pass a federal minimum wage increase, but other factors may boost wages to help workers keep up with inflation.

Kiplinger · May 23, 2023

Up to one in six recent migrants are paid less than the minimum wage. Here’s why

From working 20 to 30 hours of unpaid overtime each week in one of Australia’s fanciest restaurants to picking fruit while being exposed to dangerous chemicals for less than $10 an hour, the underpayment of migrant workers is rife.

The Conversation · May 23, 2023

One in six migrant workers are 'exploited', but many Australians are also paid below the national minimum wage

One in six migrants are paid less than the national minimum wage and the exploitation is also undercutting local workers, according to a new report by the Grattan Institute.

ABC News · May 23, 2023

Pita promises reasonable wage rise, capped power tariff

Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat said on Tuesday a coalition government under his leadership would ensure a reasonable annual increase in the minimum wage without damage to industry and the economy.

Bangkok Post · May 23, 2023

Noble unfazed by potential wage hikes

SET-listed Noble Development is unconcerned by the expected new government's pledges regarding minimum wage hikes as it has already included them in new cost estimates.

Bangkok Post · May 19, 2023

How Should Taiwan Learn From Other Countries in Increasing the Minimum Wage? (Part 1)

While many advanced countries have been raising the minimum wage to ensure citizens a decent standard of living, the introduction of the Minimum Wage Act in Taiwan has been postponed again and again.

The News Lens · May 19, 2023

Unemployment rate jumps to 3.7 per cent

The official labour force report reveals the jobless rate lifted to 3.7 per cent and around 4000 jobs were lost from the economy.

The New Daily · May 17, 2023