Thailand’s automotive and electronics sectors are strengthening responsible supply chain practices through a new mentorship initiative led by the International Labour Organization (ILO).
Implemented under the Advancing Responsible Supply Chains and Decent Work in Asia project, the four-day programme equips industry representatives with practical skills to mentor colleagues, support human rights due diligence (HRDD), and promote responsible business practices across their enterprises and supply-chain networks.
The initiative builds on an HRDD training programme that has reached more than 50 companies across Thailand’s automotive, auto-parts and electronics supply chains since June 2026. Participants from seven automotive and electronics enterprises joined mentoring sessions in July and August, with management and worker representatives participating together to strengthen cooperation and social dialogue.
The programme focuses on turning HRDD policies into practical supply chain processes, including identifying, preventing and addressing human rights risks. Participants will also develop company-specific improvement plans and receive follow-up support to help integrate due diligence into daily operations and supplier relationships.
The initiative comes as Thailand’s automotive and electronics industries continue to play an important role in global manufacturing and trade. With more than one million workers across these sectors, supply chains are evolving alongside technological advances, electric vehicle development and the transition toward low-carbon mobility.
Lessons from the programme will be shared at the UN Responsible Business and Human Rights Forum in September 2026. A new ILO guide, HRDD in Motion, will also incorporate the training and mentoring modules to support wider industry adoption.
By strengthening internal expertise and collaboration, Thailand’s automotive and electronics sectors are advancing more transparent, responsible and sustainable supply chain practices while supporting the continued development of globally connected manufacturing networks.
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