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During the conference, the Thai delegation met with Mr. Gilbert F. Houngbo, Director-General of
the ILO, to discuss labour-related matters. They also attended sessions in which representatives from

the employers’ group and workers’ group delivered statements. Furthermore, the Minister of Labour
delivered a speech on behalf of the Thai Government during the World Day Against Child Labour event,
reaffirming Thailand’s commitment to protecting children from labour exploitation.

This year, Thailand also ratified ILO Convention No. 144 concerning Tripartite Consultation
(International Labour Standards), 1976, which underscores Thailand’s longstanding commitment to transparent

tripartite consultation processes. This ratification represents a significant step forward in promoting social
justice, in line with ILO principles.

Participation in the International Social Security Association (ISSA)
In 2024, the Social Security Office (SSO), led by Ms. Jiraka Boonrat, Deputy Secretary-General,

participated in the 17 ISSA International Conference on Information and Communication Technology
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in Social Security, held from 6 - 8 March 2024 in Bali, Republic of Indonesia.
The conference served as a platform to exchange knowledge, showcase innovations, and promote

collaboration among social security institutions worldwide on the use of digital technology to enhance
service delivery.

As part of the event, the SSO submitted three initiatives for the ISSA Good Practice Award
competition, as follows:
1. Social Investment Initiative by the Social Security Office

2. Proactive Health Promotion Program of the Social Security Office
3. Cashless Dental Benefit Services

In addition, during 27 - 28 August 2024, the Social Security Office (SSO) will delegate representatives
to participate and serve as speakers at the ISSA Workshop on Social Security for Self-Employed and
Platform Workers.

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