US tire maker Goodyear loses dispute against foreign workers in Malaysia
The victory for foreign employees, comes amid accusations of unpaid wages and employee mistreatment at the firm's Malaysian factory.
Fri Jun 11 2021
Eight foreigners injured in Subang gas cylinder explosion
A cooking gas cylinder exploded at the warehouse of a well-known Kopitiam supplier in Jalan Subang 10, Subang today.
Thu Sep 21 2017
Five men charged with kidnapping nine foreigners
If found guilty, they could face the death sentence or life imprisonment.
Mon Sep 26 2016
Finance Ministry mulls over automation programmes
"It's not good to be highly dependent on foreign workers and Malaysia has to balance its economic needs and the country's security."
Tue Aug 02 2016
Risky to hire illegal immigrants as security guards
The practice should be stopped for public safety, the Home Ministry says.
Fri Jul 15 2016
Ministry views employment of 30,000 illegal foreign security guards seriously
Malaysia only allows locals and Nepalese to be employed by security companies licensed by the Home Ministry.
Sun Jul 03 2016
Bully victim fights back, stabs colleague to death
The 28-year-old retaliated and stabbed his bully in the chest using a folding knife.
Mon May 09 2016
Trader offered commission to seek Thai citizens needing Malaysian IC
Apparently, a Malaysian IC can be made for a fee between RM8,000 and RM12,000, according to a trader.
Sun May 08 2016
SME Association wants govt to relook rehiring programme for foreign workers
It is hoped the government will work closely with business associations and local chambers of commerce to legalise all illegal workers to help SMEs grow their businesses.
Sat Mar 05 2016
MEF hopes employers which can recruit foreign workers not impacted by freeze
It's possible that some employers have already made payments, and the government decision may delay their work.
Sun Feb 21 2016
Foreign workers vs expatriates, what's the difference?
Some are still clueless as to who these people are. Astro AWANI's Rizal Zulkapli provides easy ways to differentiate foreign workers from expatriates.
Fri Feb 19 2016
Foreign workers in Malaysia: Five key facts you should know
Here's a quick look at foreign workers in Malaysia. Astro AWANI's Rizal Zulkapli has the details.
Fri Feb 19 2016
Higher levy will deter foreign workers to Malaysia - Associations
The increase will have an adverse impact on the construction industry and other downstream sectors, including transportation, logistics, services and manufacturing.
Wed Feb 03 2016
Typhoid: 30 per cent of foreign workers in Malaysia not vaccinated
More than 30 per cent of foreign workers in the country are not given typhoid vaccination, said Health Minister Datuk Seri S. Subramaniam.
Wed Oct 28 2015
Special body to manage intake of foreign workers: Zahid
The special body will coordinate intake, registration, monitoring and enforcement of foreign workers in Malaysia.
Mon Mar 30 2015