Manufacturing Sector Seeks One-Year Deferment of EPF Contribution for Foreign Workers
The manufacturing sector in Malaysia is seeking a one-year deferment of the planned two per cent Employees Provident Fund (EPF) contribution for foreign workers, citing multiple cost increases faced...
Amendments to EPF Act to Compel Foreign Workers to Contribute to Fund
Background
The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) is a retirement fund in Malaysia that provides a secure financial future for its members. The fund is mandatory for Malaysian citizens and...
A Call for Clarity: Gig Economy Platforms Urge Refining of Gig Workers Bill 2025
Gig Economy Platforms Unite to Address Concerns
PETALING JAYA: Several gig economy platforms, including Grab, Lalamove, and ShopeeFood, have come together to express their concerns over the...
Gas Explosion at Factory in Bayan Lepas Injures Three Workers
Incident Details
A gas explosion occurred at a factory on Lebuh Kampung Jawa in Bayan Lepas, Penang, today, resulting in three workers being injured. Penang Fire and Rescue Department operations commander...
Early Intervention Crucial in Managing Work-Related Injuries and Occupational Diseases
PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF) has emphasized the importance of early intervention in effectively managing work-related injuries and occupational diseases. The federation believes that this approach will lead...
Health Minister Commits to Fair Remuneration for Healthcare Workers
Health Minister Dzulkefly Ahmad has paid tribute to the country's healthcare workers and expressed his determination to ensure they are paid fairly for working long hours. In an interview with FMT,...
Malaysian Immigration Department Raids Timber and Plastic Factories Employing Foreign Workers
Raid Conducted in Semenyih and Balakong, Selangor
The Malaysian Immigration Department recently conducted a raid on timber and plastic factories employing foreign workers in Semenyih and Balakong, Selangor. The operation...
Galen Centre Slams Proposed Shift System for Public Healthcare Workers
The Galen Centre for Health and Social Policy has expressed its strong opposition to a proposed shift system for public healthcare workers, which aims to limit their working hours to...
Health Ministry to Launch Digital Platform for Healthcare Worker Placement Exchange
Platform Aimed at Reducing Burnout Among Overworked Staff
The Malaysian Health Ministry is set to launch a digital platform for the mutual exchange of placements among healthcare workers in the...
Head of Bangladesh's Interim Government Calls for Eased Restrictions on Work Permits for Bangladeshi Workers
Malaysia-Bangladesh Relations: A Growing Partnership
PETALING JAYA: Muhammad Yunus, the head of Bangladesh's interim government, has called for Malaysia to issue multiple-entry visas for Bangladeshi workers...
