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PM Orders KESUMA To Fast-Track 15,000 Foreign Worker Applications

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has instructed the Ministry of Human Resources to expedite processing of 15,000 foreign worker applications to tackle workforce gaps in critical industries and bolster economic activity.

By Khairul Anuar · 6 Aug 2026 · 4 min read

Anwar's Fast-Track Foreign Worker Directive Signals Government Responsiveness to Restaurant Sector Pleas

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's directive to fast-track foreign worker approvals for restaurants within a month demonstrates the government's openness to industry feedback, according to the Federation of Malaysian Business Associations, which also warns against new recruitment platform costs.

By Khairul Anuar · 3 Aug 2026 · 5 min read

Parliament Backs Escalating Penalty Framework for Employers Failing to Report Job Vacancies

Malaysia's parliament has endorsed a graduated penalty system under the Employment Insurance System Amendment Bill, imposing fines up to RM5,000 on employers who fail to notify PERKESO of job openings, with emphasis on compliance support.

By Khairul Anuar · 3 Aug 2026 · 4 min read

LINDUNG 24 Jam Contributions Now Voluntary for Local Workers, Mandatory for Foreigners

Malaysia's government has made contributions to the LINDUNG 24 Jam non-employment injury scheme voluntary for local workers effective immediately, while maintaining mandatory status for foreign workers.

By Khairul Anuar · 31 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Malaysia to Prioritise Local Workers While Studying Foreign Workforce Needs, Says Anwar

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced that the government will prioritise hiring local workers for available positions while carefully studying the necessity for foreign workers across different sectors, balancing SME labour needs with youth employment opportunities.

By Khairul Anuar · 30 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

Jobs for Malaysians First, Foreign Workers Only as Last Resort — Ramanan

Malaysia's Human Resources Minister has reaffirmed that domestic workers must receive priority in job placements, with foreign labour brought in only when local applicants cannot fill vacancies.

By Khairul Anuar · 28 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

Anwar Sets One-Month Deadline to Resolve Foreign Worker Application Delays

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has given relevant government agencies a month to streamline foreign worker recruitment processes, particularly for restaurants facing acute labour shortages, while maintaining controlled immigration policies.

By Khairul Anuar · 24 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Immigration Department Set to Exceed RM5 Billion Revenue Target for 2026, Says Home Affairs Minister

Malaysia's Immigration Department is on track to surpass its RM5 billion revenue collection target for 2026, having already collected RM2.6 billion in the first half of the year, according to Home Affairs Minister Saifuddin Nasution.

By Khairul Anuar · 21 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Malaysia Ends Case-by-Case Foreign Worker Approvals with Full eQuota System Implementation

Malaysia's Human Resources Ministry has completed the transition to automated foreign worker quota processing through the eQuota module, replacing ad-hoc case-by-case approvals. The shift aims to improve transparency and operational efficiency.

By Khairul Anuar · 12 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

Malaysia to Review e-Invoice and Foreign Worker EPF Contributions Amid Economic Concerns

Malaysia's Cabinet has agreed to review the e-invoice system and mandatory EPF contributions for foreign workers, potentially postponing implementation. The decision follows complaints from traders and employers about operational challenges.

By Khairul Anuar · 8 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Malaysia to Overhaul Foreign Worker Framework Under Zahid's Leadership

Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has announced a sweeping restructuring of Malaysia's foreign worker management system, placing the One Stop Centre under the Human Resources Ministry to boost efficiency and align labour policies with industry demands.

By Khairul Anuar · 3 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

Cabinet to tackle foreign worker challenges as Zahid chairs emergency committee meeting

Malaysia's Cabinet is mobilising to address escalating concerns over foreign worker management. Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi will chair a dedicated committee meeting next week, signalling heightened government focus on labour policy challenges affecting the F&B sector and broader economy.

By Khairul Anuar · 26 Jun 2026 · 3 min read