AWANI Tonight: Can the 1:3 Internship Policy bridge labour market gaps?
Companies will soon need to hire three interns for every expat employee. M Niaz Asadullah from the Global Labor Organization discusses the merit of this approach and its sustainability.
Tue Jan 28 2025

New legislation on gig workers to ensure comprehensive welfare - DPM Ahmad Zahid
The proposed legislation will be tabled by the Human Resources Ministry (KESUMA) in the current session of the Dewan Rakyat.
Mon Oct 28 2024

Dewan Negara passes two bills under KESUMA
The Dewan Negara sitting today approved two Bills under the Ministry of Human Resources (KESUMA) related to the employment insurance system and social security of workers.
Mon Jul 22 2024

MISI TVET RM30 mln allocation demonstrates govt's commitment to Indian community - MITRA
MISI KESUMA-MITRA is a collaboration between MITRA and the Ministry of Human Resources, aimed at the transformation of skilled labour.
Thu May 02 2024

Labour Unions applaud Steven Sim for securing Hari Raya Aid for bank workers
Labour unions are united in praising Human Resources Minister Steven Sim for his pivotal role in securing Raya assistance for bank employees
Thu Apr 04 2024

National HR Policy Framework launch on Labour Day, says Steven Sim
The framework will provide guidelines for the government in implementing Malaysia's human capital development programmes.
Tue Apr 02 2024

HRD Corp collects record-breaking RM2.2 Billion levy in 2023 - Steven Sim
The Human Resource Development Corporation (HRD Corp) collected levies totaling RM2.2 billion in 2023, compared to RM1.81 billion the previous year.
Thu Feb 22 2024

2,000 job opportunities available at Central Zone Madani Rakyat Programme
The carnival, organised by the Ministry of Human Resources, aims to provide the public with suitable job opportunities.
Thu Feb 15 2024

CUEPACS expresses gratitude to Minister's landmark visit to discuss worker issues
This visit marks the first time a Minister of Human Resources has proactively engaged with CUEPACS.
Thu Jan 11 2024

Unions commend HR Minister for appointing representative into office
Workers' Unions across the country laud the inclusion of one of their own into Human Resources Minister Steven Sim Chee Keong's office.
Thu Dec 21 2023

Why work-based learning exposure is vital to graduates?
GRADUATES with technical skills by current industry standards are easier to position themselves in a sector of the workforce that is now seeing fierce competition, human resources experts say.
Tue Nov 07 2023

Malaysia says it penalised 400 companies this year for labour offences
The labour violations included illegal wage deductions, Human Resources Minister V. Sivakumar said.
Fri Sep 15 2023

Malaysia's forced labour practices under control - Sivakumar
The government has set a target of zero forced labour by 2030, said Human Resources Minister V. Sivakumar.
Thu Sep 14 2023

Trend of stopping at SPM will impact country's human resources
Mustapha Sakmud said most SPM certificate-holders are interested to work in the gig economy sector like e-hailing or manufacturing sector.
Thu Jul 20 2023

Only 21.9 per cent self-employed individuals contribute to Socso - Sivakumar
It could be that they don't know what the role of Socso is, how Socso can help them, said Human Resources Minister VV. Sivakumar.
Tue Jun 20 2023

At least 137 Gazans killed in Israeli attacks since ceasefire
According to the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor , Israel has been killing an average of seven Palestinians every two days.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Malaysia strengthens semiconductor supply chain with ASEAN member countries - Liew
Malaysia does not intend to compete with neighbouring countries or other ASEAN member states in its efforts to strengthen supply chains.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Six men arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil in Semenyih
Six men, including five foreigners in their 30s, were arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Hamas says new round of Gaza ceasefire talks has begun
expressing optimism that the talks could lead to "tangible progress"
Wed Mar 12 2025

Ukraine says ready to accept 30-day ceasefire with Russia
Ukraine conveyed its readiness to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, as delegations from Kyiv and Washington met in Saudi Arabia.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Musk's SpaceX agrees Starlink cooperation with Airtel in India
Tech billionaire Elon Musk plans to enter the Indian internet market with his Starlink satellite system, reported German news agency dpa.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Trump announces higher steel and aluminium tariffs for Canada
US President Donald Trump plans to impose additional high tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from Canada.
Wed Mar 12 2025
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[COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress
Promoting Malay language doesn't mean disparaging or undermining other languages, we can uplift it without diminishing others.
Wed Mar 12 2025

What is driving the bloodshed in Syria?
The violence has pitted the Islamist-led government's security forces against fighters from Assad's Alawite minority.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Only seven countries met WHO air quality standards in 2024, data shows
Only Australia, New Zealand, the Bahamas, Barbados, Grenada, Estonia and Iceland made the grade, according to IQAir.
Wed Mar 12 2025