EU's 3rd largest economy eyes up to 30,000 Thai workers per year (opens original article in a new tab)

Italy aims to recruit up to 30,000 Thai workers yearly through a new immigration framework to address labor shortages, following discussions between Thai and Italian officials.

• Italy plans to recruit up to 30,000 Thai workers annually to address labor shortages in sectors like agriculture and healthcare.
• Thailand is seeking a bilateral labor MOU with Italy to create a formal channel for worker recruitment and protect rights.
• Italy's labor initiative is driven by demographic challenges including an aging population and declining birth rates.