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Fahmi: '200k workers from Bangladesh to Malaysia' claim not official position

Fahmi: '200k workers from Bangladesh to Malaysia' claim not official position

Remarks came from a junior minister, said to not reflect Bangladesh's stance.
MTUC president breaks ranks with sec-gen over Socso pickets, wants dialogue

MTUC president breaks ranks with sec-gen over Socso pickets, wants dialogue

Union should continue addressing workers' concerns through engagement, Halim says.
SNAPSHOT | Greater certainty vital for future of Budi95 quota; PSM backs MTUC's picket call on Lindung 24 Jam

SNAPSHOT | Greater certainty vital for future of Budi95 quota; PSM backs MTUC's picket call on Lindung 24 Jam

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MTUC threatens nationwide pickets over Socso contribution hike

MTUC threatens nationwide pickets over Socso contribution hike

Union wants Socso to engage workers’ reps first on Lindung 24 Jam, halt additional contributions.
Govt reviewing RM1,700 minimum wage - minister

Govt reviewing RM1,700 minimum wage - minister

Poverty line income, median wage to be considered in rate-setting, says Ramanan.
Workers can opt out of Socso's Lindung 24 Jam by signing liability release cert

Workers can opt out of Socso's Lindung 24 Jam by signing liability release cert

Employees also need to inform respective human resources depts, Azman says.
LETTER | Cabinet flip-flop on 24-hour Socso coverage shows lack of empathy

LETTER | Cabinet flip-flop on 24-hour Socso coverage shows lack of empathy

Round-the-clock employee protection was a much-needed move forward.
PSM slams 'spineless' govt U-turn on Socso's Lindung 24 Jam scheme

PSM slams 'spineless' govt U-turn on Socso's Lindung 24 Jam scheme

'What we now have is protection only if you can afford it.'
SNAPSHOT | Socso's Lindung scheme no longer mandatory; Zaid asks on non-disclosure of Azam Baki's shares

SNAPSHOT | Socso's Lindung scheme no longer mandatory; Zaid asks on non-disclosure of Azam Baki's shares

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No more case-by-case migrant worker quota approvals - Ramanan

No more case-by-case migrant worker quota approvals - Ramanan

All applications now go through FWCMS's eQuota system.
SNAPSHOT | Puad backs Harapan candidate in Rengit; govt looking at creating quality jobs

SNAPSHOT | Puad backs Harapan candidate in Rengit; govt looking at creating quality jobs

KINI SNAPSHOT | What’s going on in the news today, with updates at 11am, 2pm and 6pm.
PARLIAMENT | RM64m disbursed under progressive wage policy; fuel subsidy bill to hit RM40b

PARLIAMENT | RM64m disbursed under progressive wage policy; fuel subsidy bill to hit RM40b

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MP SPEAKS | Turap must not become another private monopoly in worker recruitment

MP SPEAKS | Turap must not become another private monopoly in worker recruitment

Without transparency, enforcement and accountability, we may digitise same old exploitation.
SNAPSHOT | Govt urged not to punish migrant workers lacking official papers; hybrid work for civil servants from Aug

SNAPSHOT | Govt urged not to punish migrant workers lacking official papers; hybrid work for civil servants from Aug

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Minister says AI not primary reason for job losses

Minister says AI not primary reason for job losses

PARLIAMENT | It's mostly due to business closures, voluntary separation schemes, and workforce reductions - Ramanan.
SNAPSHOT | Lynas to submit 'updated' EIA report; ex-lawmaker urges rethink of Gig Workers Act

SNAPSHOT | Lynas to submit 'updated' EIA report; ex-lawmaker urges rethink of Gig Workers Act

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COMMENT | M'sia, Bangladesh must place migrant protection at heart of partnership

COMMENT | M'sia, Bangladesh must place migrant protection at heart of partnership

Five recommendations to address governance failures affecting Bangladesh workers.
Solve present migrant woes before recruiting more, Tenaganita tells govt

Solve present migrant woes before recruiting more, Tenaganita tells govt

Many workers left stranded, unemployed, underemployed, or pushed into irregular situations - Glorene.
51 agencies charged over alleged M'sia-Bangladesh labour syndicate

51 agencies charged over alleged M'sia-Bangladesh labour syndicate

High-profile individuals are expected to stand trial.
'Migrant worker exploitation cannot be tolerated, their welfare must be protected'

'Migrant worker exploitation cannot be tolerated, their welfare must be protected'

Anwar urges for a more transparent and fair recruitment system.
VIDEO | On the road in rising heat: The daily reality of Malaysia's delivery riders

VIDEO | On the road in rising heat: The daily reality of Malaysia's delivery riders

Examining the hidden cost of delivery work as riders' health and safety are affected.
Ahead of M'sia visit, migrant workers press Bangladesh PM to end recruitment syndicates

Ahead of M'sia visit, migrant workers press Bangladesh PM to end recruitment syndicates

Migrant workers' group calls it a lawless system enabling exploitation, monopolisation, and impunity.
LETTER | Hardworking M'sians deserve decent wages

LETTER | Hardworking M'sians deserve decent wages

It's alarming that over 70pct of workers earn RM5k or less.
Malaysia exposed itself to US forced labour tariff, says former Klang MP

Malaysia exposed itself to US forced labour tariff, says former Klang MP

Country's poor labour track record and lack of reforms made it an easy target.