RM1,500 minimum wage policy comes into effect May 1, says PM


KUALA LUMPUR: The RM1,500 minimum wage policy will be implemented on May 1, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob.

He said the government is aware of the increase in cost of living and its effects, especially on the B40 community.

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

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Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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