In a fix over foreign labour

By LYDIA NATHAN

Wee: We believe contractors have to upgrade or else this issue will plague them.

THE new monthly minimum wage of RM1,700 from Feb 1 has been mostly welcomed, but some remain concerned about its broader impact on various industries.

The Malaysian Plastics Manufacturers Association (MPMA) says the revised wage will significantly increase costs for manufacturers.

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Billed as RM 103.60 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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