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992 human trafficking victims rescued since 2022 - KDN

992 human trafficking victims rescued since 2022 - KDN

Datuk Seri Dr Shamsul Anuar Nasarah said for this year, a total of 38 cases have been recorded, with 59 arrests and 141 people rescued.
Tue Mar 12 2024
Niaga AWANI: Japan Q4 GDP revised up to slight expansion, economy avoids recession

Niaga AWANI: Japan Q4 GDP revised up to slight expansion, economy avoids recession

Despite the pockets of weakness shown in the data, the BOJ will likely abandon the negative interest rates by next month citing a growing prospect of hefty pay hikes at annual wage talks with labour unions, said Marcel Thieliant, head of Asia-Pacific at Capital Economics.
Tue Mar 12 2024
Negligence among reasons for employers' failure to provide proper workers' accommodation - JTKNS

Negligence among reasons for employers' failure to provide proper workers' accommodation - JTKNS

Employers' negligence and profit-driven mindset are cited as reasons why they fail to provide conducive living space for their workers, according to the Negeri Sembilan Labour Department (JTKNS).
Thu Feb 29 2024
[COLUMNIST] Sustainable future for Malaysia’s palm oil industry

[COLUMNIST] Sustainable future for Malaysia’s palm oil industry

Malaysia's palm oil sector has shown remarkable innovation, leveraging technology and research to drive continuous improvement.
Mon Feb 26 2024
The Gig Economy (Part 1) — Regulation, New Challenge For Policymakers

The Gig Economy (Part 1) — Regulation, New Challenge For Policymakers

Malaysia's gig economy is in the spotlight once again as the debate over the necessity of a dedicated regulatory authority persists. Calls for the establishment of a Gig Economy Commission, largely led by Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi, have been met with government promises of Cabinet consideration, or assertions that existing structures are already sufficient. Does Malaysia need a Gig Economy Commission to address the challenges of the gig economy? What are the potential obstacles that might arise in its implementation? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Niaz Asadullah, Professor of Economics at Monash University Malaysia. He’s also the Southeast Asia Lead for the Global Labor Organization.
Fri Feb 16 2024
Malaysia joins 15 nations in tech-driven labour market talks at 7th Abu Dhabi Dialogue

Malaysia joins 15 nations in tech-driven labour market talks at 7th Abu Dhabi Dialogue

The dialogue focused on leveraging technology for innovative initiatives, regulating labour markets and enhancing worker protections.
Mon Feb 12 2024
UK PM Sunak makes transgender jibe during visit of murdered girl's mother

UK PM Sunak makes transgender jibe during visit of murdered girl's mother

Rishi Sunak joked that the leader of the opposition Labour Party could not define what a woman was, during a parliamentary exchange.
Thu Feb 08 2024
Consider This: Overeducation (Part 2) - Educational Aspirations, Economic Realities

Consider This: Overeducation (Part 2) - Educational Aspirations, Economic Realities

A growing cohort of fresh graduates poised to enter the job market, are instead choosing to 'boomerang' back to university for advanced degrees—Master's and PhDs—aiming to enhance their career prospects. However, this trend has led to the rise of 'overeducation,' where highly qualified individuals find themselves in jobs that do not match their level of education or fully utilise their advanced skills.

Does this phenomenon point to a significant disconnect between the world of education and the world of work? And how does the pursuit of higher qualifications impact the expectations and realities of the job market for the younger generation? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Professor Mushtak Al-Atabi, who is the Provost and CEO at Heriot-Watt University Malaysia.
Mon Feb 05 2024
Consider This: Overeducation (Part 1) - Educational Aspirations, Economic Realities

Consider This: Overeducation (Part 1) - Educational Aspirations, Economic Realities

A growing cohort of fresh graduates poised to enter the job market, are instead choosing to 'boomerang' back to university for advanced degrees—Master's and PhDs—aiming to enhance their career prospects. However, this trend has led to the rise of 'overeducation,' where highly qualified individuals find themselves in jobs that do not match their level of education or fully utilise their advanced skills.

Does this phenomenon point to a significant disconnect between the world of education and the world of work? And how does the pursuit of higher qualifications impact the expectations and realities of the job market for the younger generation? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Amirul Rafiq Abu Rahim, Research Associate at Khazanah Research Institute. He specialises in labour market analysis, focusing on youth unemployment issues and the career progression of tertiary-educated young workers in Malaysia.
Mon Feb 05 2024
Consider This: Migrant Worker Quotas (Part 2) - What Legal Protections for Defrauded Workers?

Consider This: Migrant Worker Quotas (Part 2) - What Legal Protections for Defrauded Workers?

A recent exposé by MalaysiaKini documented how fake contracts, worth millions of ringgit with non-existent companies, were used to get quotas to bring in migrant workers who were then stranded in Malaysia without jobs or any income for months. What were the loopholes that allowed for this to take place and how can we close them? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Sumitha Shaanthinni Kishna, Founder of Our Journey. She’s also the Deputy Chairperson of the Bar Council’s Committee on Migrants, Refugees, and Immigration Affairs.
Mon Jan 29 2024
Consider This: Migrant Worker Quotas (Part 1) - Uncovering Corruption In Labour Recruitment

Consider This: Migrant Worker Quotas (Part 1) - Uncovering Corruption In Labour Recruitment

A recent exposé by MalaysiaKini documented how fake contracts, worth millions of ringgit with non-existent companies, were used to get quotas to bring in migrant workers who were then stranded in Malaysia without jobs or any income for months. What were the loopholes that allowed for this to take place and how can we close them? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Adrian Pereira, Executive Director at North-South Initiative, a migrant-and-refugee rights NGO.
Mon Jan 29 2024
Malaysia to review migrant labour deals to stamp out exploitation

Malaysia to review migrant labour deals to stamp out exploitation

The distribution of labourers was uneven across the economy, prompting a need to review the bilateral agreements, according to the ministry.
Wed Jan 17 2024
Chlorine gas leak: Six foreign workers rushed to hospital

Chlorine gas leak: Six foreign workers rushed to hospital

A labourer fainted while five others suffered breathing difficulties after they were exposed to a gas leak, believed to be chlorine.
Thu Nov 30 2023
New Zealand umum pembentukan kerajaan campuran

New Zealand umum pembentukan kerajaan campuran

Tiga parti politik New Zealand pada Jumaat mengumumkan pembentukan kerajaan campuran baharu selepas rundingan berminggu-minggu.
Fri Nov 24 2023
Malaysia, Vietnam electronics face closer US scrutiny over China forced labour

Malaysia, Vietnam electronics face closer US scrutiny over China forced labour

Malaysia and Vietnam have had cargoes worth about $320 mln each denied or held for checks since the new rules came into force.
Wed Nov 22 2023
AWANI Ringkas: Kes Bunuh | Korporat | Net Zero 2050

AWANI Ringkas: Kes Bunuh | Korporat | Net Zero 2050

Ikuti rangkuman berita utama yang menjadi tumpuan sepanjang hari di Astro AWANI menerusi AWANI Ringkas.

Fri Mar 29 2024
AWANI Ringkas: Beli Kondo Mewah | Komoditi | UNESCO

AWANI Ringkas: Beli Kondo Mewah | Komoditi | UNESCO

Ikuti rangkuman berita utama yang menjadi tumpuan sepanjang hari di Astro AWANI menerusi AWANI Ringkas.
Fri Mar 29 2024
Pemecatan salah: Bekas pengurus menang saman terhadap BNM

Pemecatan salah: Bekas pengurus menang saman terhadap BNM

Mahkamah Tinggi hari ini memutuskan bahawa pemecatan bekas pengurus Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) kerana menyertai aktiviti politik pada 2016 sebagai tidak sah dan menyalahi undang-undang.
Fri Mar 29 2024
AWANI 7:45 [29/03/2024] – Malaysia ada undang-undang | Sindiket seludup membabitkan Kastam | Pegawai polis lindungi kegiatan haram

AWANI 7:45 [29/03/2024] – Malaysia ada undang-undang | Sindiket seludup membabitkan Kastam | Pegawai polis lindungi kegiatan haram

Ketua Polis Negara beri amaran jangan ambil tindakan sendiri.

Rugi RM2 bilion akibat seludup.

SPRM jangka ada bos lebih senior lindungi kegiatan haram.

RM37.6 juta tampung kos tol percuma sempena Aidilfitri.
Fri Mar 29 2024
Guru wanita cabul pelajar direhatkan - Fadhlina

Guru wanita cabul pelajar direhatkan - Fadhlina

Guru wanita yang didakwa mencabul seorang pelajar lelaki dalam kes tular baru-baru ini, direhatkan sehingga siasatan kes itu selesai.
Fri Mar 29 2024
Umat Islam perlu pertahan tradisi ilmu, akliah Al-Azhar - PM

Umat Islam perlu pertahan tradisi ilmu, akliah Al-Azhar - PM

Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim menggesa umat Islam di negara ini untuk terus pertahankan tradisi ilmu serta akliah, yang dihidupkan oleh Universiti Al-Azhar (Al-Azhar), Mesir.
Fri Mar 29 2024
Haji furada: Syarikat pelancongan diperintah bayar RM634,000 kepada 25 bekas pelanggan

Haji furada: Syarikat pelancongan diperintah bayar RM634,000 kepada 25 bekas pelanggan

Kesemua 25 individu selaku plaintif berjaya membuktikan tuntutan terhadap syarikat itu yang dinamakan sebagai defendan dalam saman berkenaan.
Fri Mar 29 2024
Kerajaan Pahang pertimbang bonus raya penjawat awam - MB

Kerajaan Pahang pertimbang bonus raya penjawat awam - MB

Datuk Seri Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail berkata pihaknya sedang meneliti kedudukan kewangan terlebih dahulu sebelum sebarang keputusan dimuktamad.
Fri Mar 29 2024
P. Pinang pantau rapi kapasiti Empangan Air Itam

P. Pinang pantau rapi kapasiti Empangan Air Itam

PBAPP mengambil langkah awal sejak Februari, dengan melaksanakan Pelan Tindakan Empangan Air Itam 2024 (AIDAP 2024) menerusi beberapa strategi.
Fri Mar 29 2024
RM57.15 juta untuk tingkat pengeluaran getah asli negara melalui Petara - Zahid

RM57.15 juta untuk tingkat pengeluaran getah asli negara melalui Petara - Zahid

KKDW melalui RISDA memperuntukkan RM57.15 juta sebagai permulaan usaha meningkatkan pengeluaran hasil getah asli negara, melalui program Petara.
Fri Mar 29 2024