Supang Chantavanich

Asia is the most dynamic region of human mobility in terms of who moves, the number of movers, and for what reason and by which means. Asian countries are receivers, senders and transit places for both long-term and short-term migrants, hosting growing migrant communities from around the world, and at the same time witnessing shifting cultural geographies formed by growing Asian diasporas.

Highlights•Forced labour practices in Thailand's fishing industry.•Employment practices and working condition in Thailand's short-haul industry.•Importance of brokers and social networks in recruiting migrant workers.•Migrant fishers from Cambodia and Myanmar are controlled through abusive practices.•A concerted effort by governments and buyers is needed to eliminate forced labour.AbstractThailand's fishing industry relies almost exclusively on migrant workers to fill its hazardous,...