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Millions of Malaysians risk losing their job by 2030 if they do not improve their skills to meet industry needs, says HR Minister V Sivakumar.
The Malaysian Employers Federation is calling for a clear definition of wages, as its current ambiguity is causing mismatched salaries for employees.
To boost productivity and business results, employers must prioritise their employees’ mental wellbeing, says a NGO in Malaysia.
The Secretary-General of Malaysia’s HR Ministry is encouraging employees in Malaysia to reskill and upskill themselves to remain relevant.
Such a move, said the government, will address low salary payments and create a fair and dynamic labour market.
While AI is continuing to reshape the workplace, organisations need to do more to regulate how employees interact with AI systems.
Amidst a changing energy landscape, Petronas is investing in its core portfolio and cleaner energy production.
Malaysia needs to provide incentives and raise salaries to keep more Malaysians employed in the local workforce, says the Human Resources Minister.
A new office in Singapore will serve as Visier’s regional headquarters, while 7-Eleven has been announced as a new customer in Malaysia.
Employers have been urged to provide fair benefits in recognition of skilled labour’s vital role in organisational performance.
The Malaysian Employers Federation wants more support for employees in the private sector to manage rising healthcare costs during retirement.
The progressive wage model has been considered a success in Singapore, but will it be feasible in Malaysia? An economics professor says no.
A Future of Work Taskforce could help SMEs create a skilled workforce that supports their growth, said the Small and Medium Enterprises Association.
The 2023 Madani Career Initiatives, which include financial incentives for employers and training programmes, aim to strengthen the labour market.
A workers’ rights group has proposed that employees in the country be allowed to extend their retirement beyond the age of 60.
Low incentives and inadequate pay are causing low productivity and employees’ desire to leave their current employers.
The Malaysian government has been urged to promote policies that support non-discriminatory employment and continued learning.
Malaysia plans to include gig workers in a social security scheme and is considering specific legislation to safeguard their welfare.
Employees in Malaysia have been urged to do their part to stay productive so that they can continue to contribute to their organisation’s success.
Urging compliance, Malaysia’s HR Minister has also called for better salaries to keep high-skilled employees in the country.
Through advocacy in government-linked and private firms, Malaysia wants to achieve the goal of 30% female representation in key decision-making roles.
Flexible working arrangements (FWAs) can help increase productivity and retain talent, but organisations need more support to implement them.
Organisations can do more to create a psychologically safe work environment that improves employee engagement, performance, and retention.
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Complaints have been filed about employers violating the 45-hour workweek requirement to the Malaysian Trades Union Congress (MTUC).
The amendments are largely based on the International Labour Organisation standards, which provide a framework for addressing labour issues.
The Malaysian government has postponed implementing the RM1,500 (US$339) minimum wage order to 1 July 2023 after consulting stakeholders.
The Malaysia Trades Union Congress (MTUC) opposes retailers' request to delay the implementation of changes to Employment Act.
Instead of enforcing flexible working hours, the amendments proposed for the revised employment act are aimed at increasing employee productivity.