Malaysia postpones enforcement of shorter working hours
Engagement sessions with stakeholders found that employers needed more time for the amendments to come into force.
Women’s participation in Malaysia’s workforce remains low
Although females made up 47.7% of the Malaysian population in 2020, their participation in the labour force last year was only 55.5%.
Malaysia reviews policies to attract skilled talents
Malaysia is facing challenges in creating highly-skilled jobs and competition from countries which offer higher wages to attract skilled talents.
Malaysian government asked to delay amendments to employment act
The Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF) cited economic reasons for delaying the implementation of the employment act amendments.
Malaysia urged to delay implementing reduced working hours
The Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF) has urged the government to postpone the reduction in weekly working hours.
Employment in Malaysia rises in 2Q2022
The highest number of jobs was created in the services industry, recording 52.5% or 15,400 jobs, followed by manufacturing and construction.
Majority of self-employed Malaysians lack social security protection
Only 15.5% or 369,107 self-employed people in Malaysia are contributing to the Self-Employment Social Security Scheme (SESSS).
Malaysia to introduce shorter working hours
Working hours in the country will be reduced to 45 hours from the current 48, according to amendments to the Employment Act.
Malaysian companies explore alternative employee benefits
To retain talent and boost productivity, companies are offering employee stock option plans (ESOPs) to their employees.
Malaysia channels RM21 billion to wage subsidy programme
The government has also helped place workers in jobs and reserved a quota of 1% of job placements for young people with disabilities.
Driving a sustainable digital economy with ESG
Mahadhir Aziz, CEO of the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), addresses questions frequently asked about sustainability reporting.
Malaysia addresses skills mismatch to boost employment
Skills mismatch is a critical problem, especially among first-generation graduates, said HR Minister Datuk Seri M Saravanan.
ESG practices key to long-term sustainability
Investors are avoiding investments in companies that are not participating in sustainable activities, Malaysian firms have been warned.
Employers in Malaysia urged to prioritise employee mental health
The Alliance for Safe Community (ASC) has called on employers to implement workplace health promotion (WHP) to better manage workers’ mental health.
More female graduates in Malaysia find employment
The unemployment rate gap with men has been narrowed for a third straight year but differences remain for jobs requiring higher level degrees.
Some companies in Malaysia defy minimum wage rule
The Malaysian Trades Union Congress (MTUC) has claimed that there are still several companies which have not complied with the new minimum wage rule.
Malaysia clamps down on workplace sexual harassment
An Anti-Sexual Harassment Bill is expected to be passed, along with the set up of a tribunal to investigate complaints of sexual harassment.
Firms in Malaysia told to pay minimum wage rate
The Ministry of Human Resources has so far found 118 employers in breach of the Minimum Wages Order 2022, which has been in effect since May 1.
Malaysia has no plans to introduce menstrual leave
Female employees reportedly do not request for menstrual-related leave due to embarrassment and a fear of being seen as unproductive.
Malaysia urged to cover workers’ wages for maternity leave
From September 1, the cost of the 90-day maternity leave would be fully borne by employers in Malaysia, without government support.
Firms in Malaysia encouraged to hire persons with disabilities
The Ministry of Human Resources is working with several big companies to help provide employment opportunities for workers in this group.
Malaysia disburses RM21 billion in wage subsidies
The government’s third tranche of wage subsidy programme has helped keep 1.53 million workers in employment.
150,000 found jobs through Malaysian government initiative
Up till June 2022, more than 150,000 people have obtained employment through the Malaysian Family Job Guarantee Initiative.
Malaysia sets sustainability vision with ESG goals
ESG-focused development programmes and projects will be prioritised in the country’s Budget 2023, according to the finance minister.
Greater clarity urged for flexi-work terms in Malaysia
Malaysia recently announced that workers could apply for flexible working arrangements with their companies from September 1.
Malaysia launches digital initiative to strengthen digital capabilities
Among other objectives, the new scheme will aim to develop more talents to support the country’s digital workforce.
Malaysia studies feasibility of four-day work week
More thought must go into how this working arrangement can work, says the country’s Public Service Department.
Flexible work arrangements could create job opportunities in Malaysia
Employers can tap a huge labour force that includes women and university students not able to work full time, says former minister.
Employers in Malaysia want to decide terms of flexi-work
Companies want to decide on the kind of flexible working arrangements that meet their needs and not be dictated to about such arrangements.
Employees in Malaysia offered flexible work options
From September 1, employees can submit written applications that can cover changes in working hours, working days and also the place of work.