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labour market

Kesuma expands job and skills support as Malaysia labour market shows resilience amid global pressures: Ramanan

HR Ministry rolls out targeted interventions, upskilling and digital platforms as over 38,000 workers lose jobs in first five months of 2026

Malaysia’s unemployment rate edges back to 3.0% in April

Labour force continues to expand as employment reaches 16.82 million, despite a slight rise in the number of jobseekers

Malaysia’s participation in ILC highlights commitment to future of work: MEF

Employers’ group urges balanced, industry-focused labour reforms while strengthening social protection and competitiveness

81% of employers give PWD workers equal marks for work ethics: DOSM

Majority also acknowledge their contribution to productivity and innovation

Malaysia’s unemployment rate stable at 2.9% in March 2026

Labour market shows steady growth as employment and participation rates continue to rise

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Petronas staff to be shown the door to make up losses from Petros deal?

Source claims national O&G firm is expected to see 30% revenue loss once agreed formula for natural gas distribution in Sarawak is implemented

Influencer who recited Quran at Batu Caves accused of sexual misconduct in Netherlands

Abdellatif Ouisa has targeted recently converted, underage Muslim women, alleges Dutch publication

DoSM estimates Malaysia’s population to be 34.1 mil in 2024

Three states with the highest population are Selangor, Johor, Sabah