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Thailand Proposes Extending Maternity Leave for State Enterprise Employees
The Department of Labour Protection and Welfare is seeking public feedback on a draft regulation to increase maternity leave for state enterprise employees to 120 days.
According to a report by Matichon Online on July 30, 2026, the Department of Labour Protection and Welfare (DLPW) has initiated a public consultation process regarding a proposed amendment to labor regulations. The draft announcement aims to extend the statutory maternity leave entitlement for employees of state enterprises to 120 days.
For residents and expatriates working within the Thai state sector, this development represents a potential shift in workplace benefits and family support policies. If enacted, the change would align state enterprise standards with broader efforts to enhance labor protections. However, it is important to note that this is currently a draft proposal undergoing a feedback phase. The final implementation, specific eligibility criteria, and the official date of enforcement remain subject to the outcome of the consultation process and subsequent government approval. Travelers and those not employed by state enterprises should be aware that this proposal does not currently apply to the private sector or general labor laws. Further updates will be required to confirm if and when these changes will be formally adopted into law.
Translated from Thai.
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