New minimum wage order comes into force tomorrow, benefiting 4.37 million workers - KESUMA
Failure to comply with the Minimum Wage Order is an offence and may result in a fine.
Fri Jan 31 2025
King calls on Malaysia’s workforce, talents to make lifelong learning a priority
His Majesty said it is imperative for the government and industry players to work together to expand learning and development opportunities.
Mon Oct 30 2023
MOHR wants to transform 3D sector into high-income jobs
Datuk Seri Dr Zaini Ujang said this is in line with Malaysia's desire to have 35 pct highly skilled Malaysian workers by 2030
Fri Jun 02 2023
Engagement session with employers' bodies on RM1,500 minimum salary next month
The Ministry of Human Resources (MoHR) will hold an engagement session with representatives of employers' bodies and business chambers on the new monthly minimum wage of RM1,500 effective May 1.
Fri Mar 25 2022
Working paper on Indonesian maids recruitment MOU to be tabled tomorrow - Saravanan
The Human Resources Ministry (MOHR) will table a working paper on the memorandum of understanding (MoU) for the recruitment and placement of Indonesian domestic workers (PDI) tomorrow.
Tue Feb 22 2022
Govt holding engagement sessions on RM1,500 minimum wage - PM Ismail Sabri
Ismail Sabri said the MOHR would present the findings of the engagement sessions to the Cabinet before the new minimum wage was approved.
Sat Feb 19 2022
MEF wants MOHR to handle recruitment, management of foreign workers
MOHR to act as a one-stop ministry to administer and manage the recruitment of foreign workers under the "One Channel System".
Thu Feb 17 2022
Integrate digital upskilling and reskilling initiatives into the education curriculum
By continuously reforming/improving and adapting the curriculum, the end result is higher standards leading to better employability.
Mon Jan 24 2022
MOHR proposes for prison records to remain classified, enable ex-inmates to secure jobs
MOHR has proposed for prison records to be kept confidential and to restrict its access to third parties, especially for employment purposes.
Wed Nov 17 2021
MPN sets up special task force to scrutinise SME-related issues
The MPN meeting today agreed for the setting up of a special task force to scrutinise issues related to the financing, manpower and other needs of SMEs.
Fri Oct 15 2021
MOHR to discuss with Home Ministry on protecting welfare of security guards
The MOHR has received numerous complaints about employers who fail to pay employees' monthly Sosco contributions, especially those who work in the security services sector.
Fri Oct 15 2021
MOHR to table proposal to provide free Socso protection for 2 mln B40 housewives
The ministry saw the need to protect the group who had been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, Saravanan said.
Sat Sep 18 2021
MOHR drafting plan to overcome forced labour issue with ILO assistance
In a statement MOHR said the action plan is being developed comprehensively and takes into consideration the true situation in the country.
Wed Jul 28 2021
Not allowing WFH highest number of complaints received since May - MOHR
MOHR has received 2,154 complaints since May on employers not allowing their staff to work from home.
Thu Jul 08 2021
MOHR Recalibration Plan expanded to several other sub-sectors
The Cabinet has agreed to expand the Recalibration Plan for illegal immigrants to several other service sub-sectors, including restaurants, cargo, wholesale and retail as well as cleaning and washing.
Wed Jul 07 2021
Denmark stands firm on Greenland after Rubio says Trump's interest is no joke
Trump vows to make Denmark's autonomous territory part of the US, not ruling out military or economic pressure to acquire it.
Fri Jan 31 2025
On-site investigation of burned-out Air Busan plane to begin
Passengers evacuated from the Air Busan plane will get their baggage back after authorities deemed the jet safe for a full investigation.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Myanmar junta extends state of emergency to support election preparations
The junta plans this year to hold an election, which critics have derided as a sham to keep the generals in power through proxies.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Malaysia to receive visits from world leaders beginning next week - PM
We need more strategic partners at this time, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Jan 31 2025
'Stubborn' Sarawak flood victims urged to evacuate immediately
Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas says some individuals are still reluctant to move to the nearest relief centres.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Taylor Swift unveiled as presenter at Sunday's Grammys
Taylor Swift is nominated for the Grammy Awards for Album of the Year with her album 'The Tortured Poets Department', and five other awards.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Microsoft, Meta back big AI spending despite DeepSeek's low costs
CEOs of Microsoft and Meta defends massive spending saying it was crucial to staying competitive in the new field.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Israel releases Palestinian prisoners after delay over chaotic hostage handover
Hamas frees three Israeli and five Thai hostages in Gaza, and Israel releases 110 Palestinian prisoners in the latest prisoner-hostage swap.
Fri Jan 31 2025
New minimum wage order comes into force tomorrow, benefiting 4.37 million workers - KESUMA
Failure to comply with the Minimum Wage Order is an offence and may result in a fine.
Fri Jan 31 2025
Honda, Nissan to unveil detailed merger plan in mid-Feb.
Japan's second- and third-largest carmakers by volume, have agreed to begin talks on merging under a holding company.
Fri Jan 31 2025