Indonesian construction workers find Malaysia less attractive

The problem at hand: Kong (left) and Lim agree there is a delay in the construction industry due to supply shortages and skilled workers.

JOHOR BARU: The depreciation of the ringgit and Indonesia’s own burgeoning construction industry have made it hard for Malaysia to attract workers from Indonesia, says an industry group.

Melaka Builders Association president Datuk Lim Hau Jan said: “In the past, the majority of our workers in the sector were from Indonesia, but most of them are now opting to remain in their home country as they no longer see Malaysia as an attractive place to make a living.