New RM1,700 minimum wage takes effect today


KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 4.37 million workers in Malaysia will now receive a minimum monthly wage of RM1,700, up from RM1,500, following the official implementation of the Minimum Wage Order on Saturday (Feb 1).

The wage increase applies to employers with five or more workers and professional sector employers, regardless of workforce size.

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