Zahid: Two million foreign workers hold temporary working permits

Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi launches 17th Malay World Islamic World Convention at Grand Ballroom, Hatten Hotel, Bandar Hilir

KUALA LUMPUR: Almost two million foreign workers are holding valid temporary working permits in the country, the Dewan Rakyat was told.

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said a total of 1,854,684 foreign workers were holding the Temporary Employment Pass (PLKS) issued by the Immigration Department as of Sept this year.