![Dewan Negara passes two bills under KESUMA Dewan Negara passes two bills under KESUMA](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/51720657975_tbStevenSimChee.jpg)
Dewan Negara passes two bills under KESUMA
The Dewan Negara sitting today approved two Bills under the Ministry of Human Resources (KESUMA) related to the employment insurance system and social security of workers.
Mon Jul 22 2024
![MISI TVET RM30 mln allocation demonstrates govt's commitment to Indian community - MITRA MISI TVET RM30 mln allocation demonstrates govt's commitment to Indian community - MITRA](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/81714623069_PPrabakaran.jpg)
MISI TVET RM30 mln allocation demonstrates govt's commitment to Indian community - MITRA
MISI KESUMA-MITRA is a collaboration between MITRA and the Ministry of Human Resources, aimed at the transformation of skilled labour.
Thu May 02 2024
![Labour Unions applaud Steven Sim for securing Hari Raya Aid for bank workers Labour Unions applaud Steven Sim for securing Hari Raya Aid for bank workers](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/71712232192_StevenSimCheeKeon.jpg)
Labour Unions applaud Steven Sim for securing Hari Raya Aid for bank workers
Labour unions are united in praising Human Resources Minister Steven Sim for his pivotal role in securing Raya assistance for bank employees
Thu Apr 04 2024
![National HR Policy Framework launch on Labour Day, says Steven Sim National HR Policy Framework launch on Labour Day, says Steven Sim](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/41708603418_StevenSimCheeKeon.jpg)
National HR Policy Framework launch on Labour Day, says Steven Sim
The framework will provide guidelines for the government in implementing Malaysia's human capital development programmes.
Tue Apr 02 2024
![HRD Corp collects record-breaking RM2.2 Billion levy in 2023 - Steven Sim HRD Corp collects record-breaking RM2.2 Billion levy in 2023 - Steven Sim](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/81708573243_TBrumahterbuka.jpg)
HRD Corp collects record-breaking RM2.2 Billion levy in 2023 - Steven Sim
The Human Resource Development Corporation (HRD Corp) collected levies totaling RM2.2 billion in 2023, compared to RM1.81 billion the previous year.
Thu Feb 22 2024
![2,000 job opportunities available at Central Zone Madani Rakyat Programme 2,000 job opportunities available at Central Zone Madani Rakyat Programme](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-02/71707986929_TBMadanijpg.jpg)
2,000 job opportunities available at Central Zone Madani Rakyat Programme
The carnival, organised by the Ministry of Human Resources, aims to provide the public with suitable job opportunities.
Thu Feb 15 2024
![CUEPACS expresses gratitude to Minister's landmark visit to discuss worker issues CUEPACS expresses gratitude to Minister's landmark visit to discuss worker issues](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/41704975694_CUEPACS.jpg)
CUEPACS expresses gratitude to Minister's landmark visit to discuss worker issues
This visit marks the first time a Minister of Human Resources has proactively engaged with CUEPACS.
Thu Jan 11 2024
![Unions commend HR Minister for appointing representative into office Unions commend HR Minister for appointing representative into office](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/41703134753_TBSTEVENSIMjpg.jpg)
Unions commend HR Minister for appointing representative into office
Workers' Unions across the country laud the inclusion of one of their own into Human Resources Minister Steven Sim Chee Keong's office.
Thu Dec 21 2023
![Why work-based learning exposure is vital to graduates? Why work-based learning exposure is vital to graduates?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-11/71699351736_WorkBasedLearning.jpg)
Why work-based learning exposure is vital to graduates?
GRADUATES with technical skills by current industry standards are easier to position themselves in a sector of the workforce that is now seeing fierce competition, human resources experts say.
Tue Nov 07 2023
![Malaysia says it penalised 400 companies this year for labour offences Malaysia says it penalised 400 companies this year for labour offences](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-12/71672143387_MigrantWorkers.jpg)
Malaysia says it penalised 400 companies this year for labour offences
The labour violations included illegal wage deductions, Human Resources Minister V. Sivakumar said.
Fri Sep 15 2023
![Malaysia's forced labour practices under control - Sivakumar Malaysia's forced labour practices under control - Sivakumar](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-09/81694693005_Saifuddinsidangme.jpg)
Malaysia's forced labour practices under control - Sivakumar
The government has set a target of zero forced labour by 2030, said Human Resources Minister V. Sivakumar.
Thu Sep 14 2023
![Trend of stopping at SPM will impact country's human resources Trend of stopping at SPM will impact country's human resources](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-07/61689852861_MARANG.jpg)
Trend of stopping at SPM will impact country's human resources
Mustapha Sakmud said most SPM certificate-holders are interested to work in the gig economy sector like e-hailing or manufacturing sector.
Thu Jul 20 2023
![Only 21.9 per cent self-employed individuals contribute to Socso - Sivakumar Only 21.9 per cent self-employed individuals contribute to Socso - Sivakumar](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-06/41687072158_TBSIVAKUMAR.jpg)
Only 21.9 per cent self-employed individuals contribute to Socso - Sivakumar
It could be that they don't know what the role of Socso is, how Socso can help them, said Human Resources Minister VV. Sivakumar.
Tue Jun 20 2023
![Experts hail extension of retirement age to 65 Experts hail extension of retirement age to 65](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/41683769509_TBworkfromhome.jpg)
Experts hail extension of retirement age to 65
After decades of work, Muhammad Badrul Jamil, 61, should be enjoying the fruits of his labour and a well earned rest.
Thu May 11 2023
![Sivakumar confirms sacking five of his officers Sivakumar confirms sacking five of his officers](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-05/81683623864_VSivakumar.jpg)
Sivakumar confirms sacking five of his officers
Human Resources Minister V. Sivakumar today confirmed that he had terminated the service of five of his officers.
Tue May 09 2023