Dr M: Govt mulling new laws to regulate gig economy, protect independent workers


KUALA LUMPUR: New laws are being considered to regulate the growing gig economy to protect independent workers such as Foodpanda riders, says Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad.

The Prime Minister said this is necessary, as there are currently no laws to regulate the gig economy and protect independent workers.

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