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Abstract
This article presents the evolution of Thai laborer from the past to present time, namely
from ancient society, open country, revolution of political system, cold war until economic crisis.
Labor force is an important component in working system. From peasant farmers, slaves, Chinese
labors, self-employed workers to current employees, it is found that they are all engaged with the
political system. As the change of Thai society from a developing to developed country, the people
rapidly migrate from an agricultural economic sector to an industrial economic sector. This causes
the government to improve welfare, legislation or regulations to prevent taking advantages of
capitalists. Nowadays, the system which takes care of Thai laborers is better than before. Workers
have freedom and group themselves to set up and voice their right in terms of their health and safety
while working. However, some labor groups are still facing the oppression from their employers
because they lack the knowledge of protecting their rights. This results in continuous exposure to

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occupational hazard that affects their health, particularly in informal sector. Accidents, work related
diseases and economic loss still continuously occur which are the causes of social problems.

Keywords: Laborer, Political system, Welfare

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