The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, is set to embark on a significant visit to Malaysia, as part of a broader tour that includes the Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao PDR) and a brief stop in Thailand. Türk’s visit aims to tackle pressing issues concerning migrant workers and human rights defenders, […]
Read MoreLABUAN: Malaysia must adopt a rational approach in responding to calls from non-governmental organisations (NGOs) to withdraw from a US-led maritime military exercise that includes the participation of the Israeli army. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim emphasised the need for thorough consideration of the matter and its potential implications. “Our stance is firm; no […]
Read MoreThe Malaysian government has set a deadline of Friday (May 31) for those who have obtained work permit visas to enter Malaysia. Such rule is not only for Bangladesh, but also for the workers of 15 other source countries including Bangladesh. As a result, recruiting firms have flown thousands of workers at the last minute. […]
Read MoreThere have been allegations of irregularities in labor migration in Malaysia. This allegation has been made against the Malaysian government itself. Allegations of irregularities have also been raised against the syndicate of recruiting agents in Bangladesh and the Bangladesh High Commission in Malaysia. Due to irregularity, workers are being charged more than the prescribed limit […]
Read MoreIn a significant policy shift, Malaysia has declared that starting from June 1, it will no longer accept migrant workers from Bangladesh and 15 other countries. This decision, confirmed by the Malaysian High Commissioner to Dhaka, Haznah Md Hashim, is poised to have substantial repercussions on Bangladesh’s labor market and economy. “Malaysia’s move to halt […]
Read MorePUTRAJAYA: No contract has been awarded to Asia Mobiliti Technologies in running the Selangor Demand Responsive Transit (DRT) project, says Fahmi Fadzil. The Communications Minister said the Cabinet meeting on Wednesday (May 29) was informed by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim that Asia Mobiliti had only provided “proof of concept.” He said this in […]
Read MoreMalaysia has imposed a ban on the import, sale and use of Indian companies MDH and Everest’s Phis curry spices after high levels of ethylene oxide were detected. Earlier, Hong Kong, Singapore and Nepal also banned the spices of these two Indian companies. A statement from Malaysia’s Ministry of Health said on Tuesday (May 28) […]
Read MoreTOKYO: Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on Friday (May 24) called for heightened empathy and open dialogue between people of different faiths and backgrounds as he addressed the growing threats of obscurantism, bigotry and intolerance that threaten to divide societies and undermine peace. In his commemorative speech honouring the late Professor Toshihiko Izutsu at Keio University […]
Read MoreBangladesh High Commission has decided to provide hand-to-hand machine-readable passport delivery service in the country’s Kuantan and Kelantan provinces in addition to the post office for the convenience of expatriate Bangladeshis staying in Malaysia. This information has been informed in an emergency notification signed by Mia Mohammad Kayamuddin, Counselor of Passport and Visa Wing of […]
Read MoreMalaysia’s economy grew faster than expected in the first quarter of 2024, helped by household spending and a turnaround in exports, though some analysts said the rebound could be short-lived with price pressures set to increase. Gross domestic product rose 4.2% in the January-March period from a year earlier, central bank and government data showed […]
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