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The government has proposed a mandatory 2% EPF contribution for foreign workers - lower than the initial 12% - avoid burdening employers, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Malaysia's current Migrant Repatriation Program (PRM), initiated on 1st March 2024 to manage the return of undocumented foreign workers, has seen significant activity since its launch.

The voluntary repatriation program expires on 31st December 2024, after which undocumented migrants will face fines or prison.

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Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said as of Sept 15 the total number of foreign workers is nearing the stipulated ceiling.

The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).

Many of the migrant workers come from nearby countries such as the Philippines, Malaysia, China, Bangladesh and India.

Steven Sim said original MoU lapsed in 2014, resulting in almost ten years without clear guidelines for recruiting workers from India.

Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the govt will incur long-term losses if the construction sector continues to rely on foreign workers.

Dozens of foreign workers fled and tried to go into hiding when police conducted an Op Pintas Mega raid at a recycling factory.

Bereaved relatives and experts urge New Delhi to do more to protect the lives of those who work abroad and send remittances home.

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Trio to face corruption and money laundering charges involving a foreign workers' hostel project worth RM11.6 million.

A recent report showed 10 percent of formal workers receiving wages below the minimum rate of RM1,500 per month.

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