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OHCHR calls on both govts to conduct prompt and independent probes.

Imran is also facing charges in Malaysia for human trafficking.

New conditions set seem to be attempt to revive syndicate – Sujit.

UPDATED 6.57PM | The unions accuse authorities of failing to act despite repeated complaints.

Ruling paves way for real justice, lawyer says.

New govt, formed after recent protests, pushes back against 'unilateral' rules.

Over RM1m paid to syndicate to approve worker quotas in M'sia, source says.

Impossible for agencies to meet new conditions, two international groups say.

PARLIAMENT | Human resources minister says the changes seek to expand and strengthen social protections.

'Migrant workers are vulnerable, so what's HR minister doing to protect them?'

Posts qualify as misconduct but are not a dismissible offence, chairperson says.

Sim also welcomes High Court decision, which upheld Labour Court ruling.

Xavier says outdated laws leave migrant workers facing same struggles since decades ago.

Sahain says his first labour case gave him better understanding of workers’ struggles.

Employers can do so under Employment Act amendments, effective 2023.

i-Saraan Plus offers matching incentive cap of RM600 per year.

PARLIAMENT | A total of 158 complaints have been resolved through negotiations, 64 referred to Industrial Court.

UPDATED 2.50PM | Ex-MP urges Putrajaya to consult stakeholders to get programme right from start.

GBG urges govt to advance women's rights, labour inclusion, and social protections.

Many companies rely on the visa to fill positions that locals shun.

PSM says recipients have received their notices.

Defendants have no obligation to pay benefit to plaintiff, lawyer says.

Call to reform labour laws, workers deserve dignity, fairness.

Law an important milestone in ensuring group's welfare, rights, Sharkar says.