Thailand
Health and HIV situation
The implementation of national strategic HIV interventions in Thailand since the late 1990s, including the 100% Condom Programme and the increased provision of care and treatment services for people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA), has led to a decline in HIV infection rates in Thailand.
National HIV programme and response
The new National Plan for Strategic and Integrated HIV and AIDS Prevention and Alleviation (2007-2011), developed through a broadly consultative and inclusive national process, aims to increase HIV prevention efforts, improving the lives of PLWHA, and fighting stigma and discrimination.
Migration patterns
Thailand is a major destination country for migrant workers due to its booming economy. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) reports that approximately 1.2 million workers from Cambodia, Lao PDR and Myanmar registered for a work permit with the Ministry of Labour in 2004. Of these migrants, 75% were from Myanmar, 12% from Lao PDR and 13% from Cambodia.
HIV response for migrant populations: Gaps and opportunities
The accessibility of HIV prevention and care services, and current efforts to include treatment for migrants and mobile populations is a leading example in the region that should be replicated.
- Country Profile
- National Strategic Plan
- Action Plan
- UNGASS 2008
- MTWG Members
- Additional relevant Information