Unscrupulous employers still not complying with minimum wage order - MTUC
A recent report showed 10 percent of formal workers receiving wages below the minimum rate of RM1,500 per month.
Wed May 01 2024
Human Resource ministry to amend process of recognising workers' union
V. Sivakumar said there are employers who refuse to recognise unions in their companies.
Mon May 01 2023
MTUC seeks govt's intervention to help contract employees laid off by IRB
The congress is also appealing for the employees concerned to be absorbed back to their positions.
Tue Jan 03 2023
After two years at home, is Malaysia ready for permanent hybrid work?
The pandemic has ignited conversations surrounding the nature of work, with corporations and experts repeatedly advocating for hybrid models as the way forward.
Mon Jul 04 2022
All GLCs, GLICs need to appoint MTUC representatives as board members - PM
All GLCs and GLICs need to appoint representatives of the Malaysian Trades Union Congress (MTUC) as their board members.
Sat Jul 02 2022
MTUC needs to play role to build good employer-employee relations
MTUC has been urged to play an important role to create a good relationship between employers and employees as such cordial ties can enhance the country's economic capability.
Sun Apr 24 2022
MTUC: Employers should be ready for minimum wage increase
Employers should be ready for any increase in the minimum wage as a review is supposed to be carried out at least once every two years.
Tue Feb 08 2022
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
Work From Home, a new norm that should be continued
Harris opined the WFH approach should be continued due to the positive effects, not only on employees but also in many other aspects.
Sun Mar 14 2021
SOCSO contribution rate should be increased, but only for employers - MTUC
Abdul Halim also suggested for a special social fund to be created under Socso to protect workers involved in disasters or pandemics leading to a loss in salary.
Thu Mar 11 2021
A year working from home, government needs to hear problems of workers - MTUC
The MTUC is of the view that many problems that workers faced have not been fully resolved.
Sat Feb 13 2021
MTUC urges Kedah govt to reinstate Thaipusam holiday
Reinstating the Thaipusam holiday will create a spirit of mutual respect between religions among the multiracial community in Malaysia, according to the Malaysian Trades Union Congress (MTUC).
Sat Jan 23 2021
Bad loans in the housing sector - ticking time-bomb?
Bank Negara has highlighted that properties in the country are not affordably priced based on the current median income.
Fri Jan 15 2021
Budget 2021 offers ray of hope to Malaysians affected by pandemic
Budget 2021 is one that focuses on workers badly affected and in critical condition in whatever field.
Tue Dec 15 2020
I-Sinar conditions too strict, unfair - Economic expert
Shazali said since the strict conditions were not decided in Parliament, then the EPF should not place such difficult requirements.
Fri Dec 04 2020
Transport Ministry to study proposal for senior citizen licence renewal assessments - Loke
The Transport Ministry will review a proposal requiring senior citizens aged 65 and above to undergo competency and health assessments before renewing their Malaysian Driving Licence.
Mon Nov 25 2024
PM encourages South Korean investors to explore opportunities in Malaysia
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has welcomed investors from South Korea to explore the various opportunities available in Malaysia.
Mon Nov 25 2024
South Korea prosecutors seek 5-year jail term for Samsung Elec chief in appeals case
Prosecutors allege Jay Y. Lee prioritised personal gain as Samsung's de-facto leader during the merger, harming shareholders and investors.
Mon Nov 25 2024
[COLUMNIST] Vaping: Behind the smokescreen of smoking cessation and healthier alternative
The existence of e-cigarettes seems to have merely shifted users from one addiction to another from traditional cigarettes to e-cigarettes.
Mon Nov 25 2024
12 probe papers opened on GISB, 7 brought to court - Aminuddin
Aminuddin Harun says police are awaiting further instruction for five more investigation papers from the Attorney-General's Chambers.
Mon Nov 25 2024
Govt does not use private company funds for official flights - PM
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says the expenses, amounting to RM1.6 million, were fully borne by the government.
Mon Nov 25 2024
Immigration Dept to introduce special digital pass from January 2025
A special pass is a document issued to foreigners to grant the holder the right to enter and stay in Malaysia for no more than thirty days.
Mon Nov 25 2024
Sinkhole incident: Repairs along Jalan Lojing-Gua Musang ongoing - Police
According to police, several warning signs have been placed regarding the road repairs.
Mon Nov 25 2024
International Business Forum "World of Opportunities: Russia-ASEAN" to be held in Malaysia
The event aims to consolidate the positions of key economic players in the region.
Mon Nov 25 2024
DHL cargo plane crashes into house near Lithuania airport, killing one; 3 hurt
According to a spokesperson, the airplane, operated by SWIFT airline on behalf of DHL, originated from Leipzig, fell on a house.
Mon Nov 25 2024