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.
Malaysian SMEs oppose 4-day workweek
A four-day work week is not practical as Malaysia is currently facing low productivity and labour problems, businesses argue.
Malaysia debates Bill that would ease trade union formation
Too many unions at the workplace will deter international investment, said the Malaysian Employers Federation.
Malaysia makes amendments to Employment Act
Taking effect on September 1, these include the extension of maternity leave and readjusting the maximum weekly hours of work.
Malaysia registers unemployment rate of 3.9% in April
The unemployment rate for youths aged 15 to 24 reached a 10-month low of 12.8% in April, falling by 3,800 to 357,200 over the month.
More companies in Malaysia register for social security protection
This will provide financial support for employees and their families when necessary, said the Social Security Organisation.
Malaysian workers found more employment opportunities in Q1’2022
Job vacancies advertised online in Malaysia soared up to 159,148 in the first quarter of 2022 compared to 90,218 in the same quarter last year.
Malaysia pushes for menstrual leave policy
The HR Ministry has urged government-linked companies and private firms to implement menstrual leave policies without waiting for legislation.