THE Indonesian Embassy has told agents in Singapore that from 2016, new contracts for maids from its country should include a monthly salary of at least S$550 (RM1,664), up from the current S$500 (RM1,513).
While the move may appear to be a boon for Indonesian maids, more could end up struggling to find jobs if employers turn to cheaper options from Myanmar, for instance.
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