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MACC nabs Bangladeshi 'Datuk' over alleged migrant worker scam

MACC nabs Bangladeshi 'Datuk' over alleged migrant worker scam

Suspect allegedly submitted applications for 600 workers.
DOSM: 1.95m tertiary grads working in low-skilled jobs

DOSM: 1.95m tertiary grads working in low-skilled jobs

UPDATED 6.09PM | This is 36.8 percent of all workers with tertiary education.
LETTER | MMA grateful for permanent positions but disappointed with process

LETTER | MMA grateful for permanent positions but disappointed with process

There should be more transparency in how placements are conducted.
New gig worker law to ensure their welfare - Zahid

New gig worker law to ensure their welfare - Zahid

The legislation aims to introduce a safety net for such workers, DPM says.
MP SPEAKS | EPF for migrant labour a step in the right direction

MP SPEAKS | EPF for migrant labour a step in the right direction

Eventually, it will help cut reliance on migrant workforce, boost human capital development.
Include mental health leave in Employment Act revision – expert

Include mental health leave in Employment Act revision – expert

It should be similar to regular sick leave provision, Dinesh says.
Teresa moots lower EPF contributions for employers of migrant workers

Teresa moots lower EPF contributions for employers of migrant workers

PARLIAMENT | Seputeh MP cites increased hiring costs with new minimum wage next year.
Ex-Bangladesh minister linked to migrant workers scandal arrested

Ex-Bangladesh minister linked to migrant workers scandal arrested

UPDATED 9.30AM | Local media report Imran remanded for three days.
Minimum wage not benchmark for all starting salaries: Sim

Minimum wage not benchmark for all starting salaries: Sim

BUDGET 2025 | Employers should provide salary that reflects the level of qualification, says minister.
Freeze on foreign worker employment quota remains - minister

Freeze on foreign worker employment quota remains - minister

Govt will, however, consider reopening the quota later.
LETTER | Low pay and its impact on workers' mental health

LETTER | Low pay and its impact on workers' mental health

RM1,700 minimum wage undervalued amid prevailing cost of living factors.
Even Ismail Sabri gave us better minimum wage rise, PSM fumes

Even Ismail Sabri gave us better minimum wage rise, PSM fumes

BUDGET 2025 | Arutchelvan disappointed with PM's RM1,700 announcement.
New RM1,700 minimum wage also applies to foreign workers

New RM1,700 minimum wage also applies to foreign workers

No discrimination on grounds of nationality.
Tengku Muda Pahang resigns as Bestinet director

Tengku Muda Pahang resigns as Bestinet director

No reason was given for his resignation, 16 months after assuming position.
US lifts import ban on Brightway gloves

US lifts import ban on Brightway gloves

UPDATED 2.56PM | The company was the last M'sian firm to have its exports banned.
TikTok confirms layoffs in M'sian office

TikTok confirms layoffs in M'sian office

Rep says unable to give exact numbers of those affected by downsizing.
Banting recycling company fined RM100k for failing to ensure workers' safety

Banting recycling company fined RM100k for failing to ensure workers' safety

Failure to provide secure work environment resulted in fatal accident.
COMMENT | When 1pct of population owns 50pct of wealth

COMMENT | When 1pct of population owns 50pct of wealth

The only way is to progressively increase wages at a rate the economy can bear.
MP SPEAKS | Time to create an ecosystem for living wage

MP SPEAKS | Time to create an ecosystem for living wage

Current minimum wage system archaic, does not adequately address families' needs.
M'sia to prioritise Bangladesh's request for labour opportunities

M'sia to prioritise Bangladesh's request for labour opportunities

This follows Dhaka's appeal amid political upheaval.
NUJM ready to mediate in unpaid media wages issue

NUJM ready to mediate in unpaid media wages issue

Salary arrears a serious violation of workers' rights, says union chief.
Fahmi wants media companies to immediately settle owed salaries

Fahmi wants media companies to immediately settle owed salaries

Minister is also willing to act as intermediary between media employers, workers.
Low wages influencing inadequate EPF savings, says its chairperson

Low wages influencing inadequate EPF savings, says its chairperson

Irregular contributions from informal or gig workers exacerbate situation, Zuki adds.
'Labour law amendments reflect govt's commitment to CPTPP'

'Labour law amendments reflect govt's commitment to CPTPP'

Human Resources Ministry sec-gen says four relevant laws have been tweaked.