“Trinuch” bids farewell as Minister of Labour, acknowledging that although her tenure lasted only six months, she faced many complex problems to resolve. She thanked the civil servants for their active cooperation and entrusted the new minister to take over, expressing confidence in their ability to perform well.
On 1 Apr 2026, Ms. Trinuch Thienthong, Minister of Labour, came to the Ministry to bid farewell. She paid respects to the ministry’s sacred symbols and addressed the Permanent Secretary of Labour, senior officials, and attending civil servants at the farewell ceremony. Police Lieutenant Colonel Wannapong Kotcharak, Permanent Secretary of Labour, said that although Ms. Trinuch served only six months, she drove progress and addressed many issues. He and the civil servants expressed their gratitude and support for her management, noting that despite the brief period, she left a strong impression.
Declared that every feast must eventually end.
Ms. Trinuch then thanked the civil servants at the Ministry of Labour and acknowledged that every celebration must come to an end. She admitted that the Ministry of Labour is a challenging post. Although she previously served as Minister of Education, overseeing a large ministry fundamental to people's lives, working at the Ministry of Labour involved quickly developing the workforce. This role was more confrontational, and as a woman, she felt some time constraints. She expressed gratitude for the 189 days in office. During that time, she focused on the policy that Thai people must have employment, aiming to provide workers access to opportunities amid global uncertainties.
Urges the new minister to continue the work.
She acknowledged that social security was a hot issue she inherited upon taking office. She offered encouragement to the Ministry of Labour officials, noting that although she volunteered to address these problems, challenges would intensify. She wished the ministry's leadership and the incoming minister well as they continue the work. However, she did not consider the social security issue to be overwhelmingly difficult since it was an ongoing problem. She always believed in doing as much as possible during crises—doing what is feasible and accepting what is not—with the goal of doing her best. She asked the new minister to carry on the unfinished work and expressed confidence in their knowledge, ability, and experience.
Although she will no longer hold a ministerial post, she remains a Member of Parliament and leader of the Palang Pracharath Party. She will continue working in the parliament and advocate for labour issues, having studied and understood these challenges thoroughly.
Before leaving, Ministry of Labour civil servants gathered on the first floor to send off Ms. Trinuch. They held light boards bearing supportive messages and presented red roses. The atmosphere was warm and friendly before she departed in her private vehicle from the ministry.