MEF: Look to refugees and parolees for workers


PETALING JAYA: Indonesia’s decision to temporarily freeze the intake of workers will prolong the chronic labour shortage faced by all sectors of the economy, says Datuk Dr Syed Hussain Syed Husman.

The Malaysian Employers Federation president said efforts to bring back business operations to pre-pandemic levels will be hampered by the suspension.

Save 30% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 9.73/month

Billed as RM 9.73 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.63/month

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

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Nation

Bahasa Melayu and History a must
No flip-flop over decisions on kids’� assessments, say parents
Fresh model for our schools
Fadhlina: Don’t panic, there’s no pressure
Future-ready, but are schools really ready?
Chinese schools back SPM Malay, History mandate
Better access, gains for OKU
Online gambling syndicate for foreigners busted in KL
Two men detained over fatal shooting in Nibong Tebal
MH370 search records 7,236 sq km with no significant findings so far

Others Also Read