Thai workers left in the lurch: Government’s broken promise leaves evacuees stranded

Thai workers who have evacuated from Israel are facing a nightmare as the government’s pledged financial aid remains elusive.

Despite assurances of a 50,000-baht compensation almost a month ago, some Thai workers are still waiting, struggling, and urging authorities to expedite relief.

The Thai government’s vow of 50,000 baht in compensation, coupled with low-interest loans and additional funds for Thai workers, seemed like a lifeline for those caught in the conflict between Israel and Hamas. However, the reality on the ground tells a different story.

A former construction worker turned farmer in Israel, 39 year old Kangwan Romsai, sold his cattle and invested in a dream that has now turned into a financial nightmare. Despite facing the horrors of the conflict, Kangwan returned home on October 19, only to find himself unemployed and without the…