KUALA LUMPUR – The Gig Workers Act 2025 has come into force, alongside the establishment of the Gig Workers Tribunal (TPG) and the Gig Advisory Council (MPGig), in a move aimed at strengthening protections for gig workers.
Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri Ramanan Ramakrishnan said the Act, which took effect on March 31, 2026, is expected to benefit more than 1.64 million gig workers nationwide.
“We are among the earliest in Asia to take this step forward. It is a significant move as it affects the livelihoods of 1.64 million gig workers,” he said during the presentation of appointment letters for members of the newly formed bodies here.
A key component of the Act is the TPG, which will serve as a platform to resolve contractual disputes between gig workers and contracting entities. The tribunal is designed to provide a fair, fast and cost-effective mechanism, with powers to hear, mediate and decide on disputes.
To support its initial implementation, 22 Industrial Court chairpersons have been appointed on an interim basis, along with 28 Industrial Relations Officers to provide legal and technical expertise.
Meanwhile, MPGig has been set up as a tripartite body comprising representatives from the government, gig workers and contracting entities. It will advise on minimum income rates, payment structures, and baseline standards across sectors and regions.
Its first meeting, scheduled for today, will include discussions on a proposed study into fair compensation structures for gig workers, focusing on minimum income rates and payment formulas. The initial phase will focus on platform-based workers, with plans to expand coverage later.
“They will be convening shortly. The priority will be given to the minimum income and a floor price. Of course, this is a tripartite decision, involving employers, contracting entities, and workers,” he said.
Ramanan said the Act is aimed at ensuring gig workers receive basic protections while maintaining a sustainable ecosystem for businesses.
“This Act is an important step in ensuring that workers in the gig economy receive the basic protection they deserve, in line with the evolving employment landscape,” he said.– April 3, 2026