Walking 7km every day to save on 90-sen bus fare
While it may seem like a small amount, it all adds up for migrant workers saving up to help their families back home.
The unsung heroes of garbage disposal
These garbage collectors begin work as early as 3am and don't stop until the job is done.
World Cup worker death toll 'between 400 and 500'
The estimate is markedly higher than previously reported numbers of fatalities connected to the more than US$200 billion spent on stadiums, subway lines and other infrastructure needs.
Ex-workers at Malaysian glove maker sue companies over forced labour claims
The migrant workers at Brightway Holdings have accused Kimberly-Clark Corp and Ansell Ltd of 'knowingly profiting' from the alleged use of forced labour at the supplier.
First group of workers from Bangladesh arrives in Malaysia
They will be employed in the manufacturing sector.
Hyundai subsidiary used child labour at US factory
The revelation of child labour in Hyundai's US supply chain could spark consumer, regulatory and reputational backlash for one of the most powerful and profitable automakers in the world.
Sarawak industry players warn of project delays as Indonesia's worker freeze adds to labour woes
Without a boost in labour, they say, economic recovery will be at risk.
Ministries to hold urgent talks as Indonesia halts entry of workers
The human resources ministry says discussions will be held with the home ministry immediately.
Indonesia imposes temporary freeze on sending migrant workers to Malaysia
Indonesia cites Malaysia's use of an online recruitment system for domestic workers linked to allegations of trafficking and forced labour.
Singapore eases movement curbs for migrant workers
Workers no longer need passes to leave their dorms but will still be required to apply for permission to visit four popular locations on Sundays and public holidays, with up to 80,000 passes available per day.
Malaysia’s labour market to strengthen in second half of 2022, says MIDF Research
The research firm also says the unemployment rate is projected to trend lower this year to 3.8% in 2022 from 4.6% in 2021.
Indonesian palm oil workers to arrive in Malaysia after bureaucratic hiccups
About 40 workers for a palm oil plantation are scheduled to arrive today although no further details have been made available.