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Police have arrested 38 individuals—comprising immigration enforcement officers, civil servants and foreign nationals—in a significant corruption investigation linked to foreign worker schemes, recovering RM2.5 million worth of luxury goods.
Malaysia's Cabinet has agreed to examine the e-invoice system and foreign worker EPF contributions, potentially delaying implementation. The review aims to address concerns from traders and employers about economic pressures.
Malaysia's Ministry of Human Resources has transitioned to a fully automated foreign worker quota system through the eQuota module, eliminating discretionary case-by-case approvals. The shift aims to streamline hiring processes and reduce bureaucratic delays.
Johor Immigration officers arrested an HR official and 80 undocumented foreign workers in simultaneous raids on two factories in Larkin's industrial zone, intensifying workplace compliance enforcement.
Malaysia will restructure its foreign worker management system to improve coordination and efficiency, Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi announced, citing the need to better align policies with industry requirements.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi announced comprehensive restructuring of Malaysia's foreign worker management system following a special cabinet committee meeting, aiming to improve coordination and align recruitment with actual industry demands.
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Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi will chair a Cabinet Committee meeting next week to address mounting concerns over foreign worker management in Malaysia, particularly in the food and beverage sector.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi will chair a Cabinet committee meeting next week to address the mounting pressures from foreign worker shortages, particularly in Malaysia's struggling food and beverage sector.
Malaysia's Cabinet will hold a dedicated committee meeting next week to address foreign worker issues across sectors including food and beverage, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
A Myanmar citizen appeared in Butterworth Sessions Court over a grievous hurt charge involving a fellow countryman. Authorities withheld bail pending verification of identification documents.
Malaysia's Immigration Department detained 62 foreigners during a special enforcement operation in Selangor targeting misuse of visitor and work passes, as authorities intensify efforts to combat immigration violations.