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PM Anwar's Intervention on Foreign Restaurant Workers Signals Government Responsiveness to Business Sector Demands

Malaysia's business federation has welcomed Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's directive to fast-track foreign worker approvals for the restaurant sector within one month, viewing it as evidence the government is receptive to industry concerns.

By Khairul Anuar · 3 Aug 2026 · 4 min read

Twelve detained in major immigration system hacking probe

Malaysia's anti-corruption agency has remanded 12 individuals, including Immigration Department staff and a police officer, suspected of hacking the national immigration system to illegally issue employment passes.

By Rajesh Kumar · 29 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Indonesia grapples with surging job losses as government weighs urgent aid against deeper reforms

Indonesia faces a mounting employment crisis with 32,389 recorded layoffs in the first half of 2024. The government has established a task force to mitigate job losses, but labour unions and economists disagree on whether immediate aid or structural reforms should take priority.

By Khairul Anuar · 29 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

Malaysia Prioritises Local Job Seekers Over Foreign Workers, Says HR Minister Ramanan

Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan has stressed that Malaysian job seekers must receive priority before employers consider foreign workers, while the ministry expedites processing of legitimate foreign labour applications in critical sectors.

By Khairul Anuar · 28 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Southeast Asia in Focus: Labour Pacts, Maritime Rescue, and Regional Youth Initiatives Shape Week

Indonesia and Turkey adopt a joint labour action plan while the Philippines implements its first wage increase tranche. Singapore unveils an ambitious youth development programme, and Thailand battles rising bacterial infections during rainy season.

By Khairul Anuar · 26 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Anwar Orders Swift Resolution of Foreign Worker Recruitment Within One Month

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has instructed relevant government bodies to resolve foreign worker hiring bottlenecks within one month, with particular focus on the restaurant industry facing acute labour shortages.

By Khairul Anuar · 24 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Malaysia Makes LINDUNG 24 Jam Voluntary for Local Workers, Keeps It Mandatory for Foreigners

Malaysia has shifted LINDUNG 24 Jam from mandatory to voluntary for local workers following public feedback, though foreign workers remain required to contribute to the PERKESO non-employment injury scheme.

By Khairul Anuar · 9 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Malaysia Overhauls Foreign Worker System with Full eQuota Implementation

Malaysia's Human Resources Ministry has fully transitioned to the eQuota module for processing all foreign worker quota applications, eliminating ad-hoc approvals and introducing a standardised, transparent system under centralised management.

By Khairul Anuar · 6 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Dewan Rakyat Backs Tiered Penalties for Employers Failing to Report Job Vacancies

Malaysia's parliament has endorsed a graduated penalty system for employers who neglect to inform PERKESO of job openings, with fines escalating from RM1,000 to RM5,000 across repeat violations.

By Khairul Anuar · 30 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Malaysia To Overhaul Foreign Worker Management Framework Under Ahmad Zahid's Push For Greater Efficiency

Malaysia will restructure its foreign worker management system to enhance efficiency and coordination, Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi announced following a Cabinet Committee meeting. The overhaul prioritises national security and job protection for Malaysians.

By Khairul Anuar · 30 Jun 2026 · 5 min read

Malaysia to establish Cabinet committee on foreign workers as pressing concerns mount

Malaysia's Cabinet is establishing a dedicated committee to address mounting concerns over foreign worker management. Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi will chair the initiative, focusing on labour practices across sectors including food and beverage.

By Khairul Anuar · 26 Jun 2026 · 3 min read