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[COLUMNIST] Tier 3 - not again!
The problem is also linked to the wider issue of systemic corruption and malpractices among enforcement and other public officials.
Mon Aug 01 2022
Special Select Committee wants govt agencies to provide explanation on issue of forced labour
The relevant government agencies must provide an explanation regarding Malaysia's ranking in Tier 3 of the Trafficking in Persons 2021 Report issued by the US State Department.
Thu Jul 21 2022
Malaysia aims better ranking in US' human trafficking report
Abd Jalil said at present, the US State Department placed Malaysia on Tier 3 Watch List in its Trafficking in Persons report.
Tue Mar 01 2022
Govt urged to consider labour reform related to minimum wage, foreign labour
The categorisation of Malaysia as a Tier 3 country under the Trafficking in Persons report would cause untold damage to the economy.
Thu Sep 09 2021
MOTAC proposes to reactivate tourism activities in phases
The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) is in the midst of proposing to the National Security Council (NSC) to reactivate tourism activities in phases.
Thu Jul 22 2021
Malaysia's downgrade to Tier 3 on human trafficking - inevitable?
According to the TIP Report, officials did not demonstrate a consistent understanding of the definition of trafficking.
Tue Jul 06 2021
Forced labour main human trafficking crime in Malaysia, U.S. says
Malaysia fell to 'Tier 3' in this year's closely watched Trafficking in Persons report.
Fri Jul 02 2021
Malaysia very transparent on human trafficking - IGP
He said this was the reason country now remained on the Tier 2 Watch List in the United States' Department of Trafficking in Persons, despite being placed on Tier 3 at one point.
Sat Apr 16 2016
Human trafficking: US' TiP report flawed - Wisma Putra
Wisma Putra refuted US' annual human trafficking report, calling it flawed and inaccurate. Malaysia was downgraded to Tier 3, the lowest ranking.
Sun Jun 22 2014
'Malaysia has done a good job in protecting human trafficking victims'
A university student specialising in human trafficking issues says Malaysia's situation should be looked at 'qualitatively'.
Sun Jun 22 2014
Malaysia's low rank human trafficking report 'too kind', says activist
Malaysia's automatic relegation to Tier 3 in the US's annual human trafficking report is long overdue, says a Selangor Anti-Human Trafficking Council member.
Sat Jun 21 2014
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024