Labour market still robust in Q12025, with 17.23 million workforce, says Stats Dept

PUTRAJAYA: The national labour market remained robust in the first quarter of 2025 (Q1 2025) with a 7.23 million labour force and a stable 3.1 per cent unemployment rate, according to the Statistics Department.

Chief Statistician Datuk Seri Dr Mohd Uzir Mahidin said the positive performance was supported by continued improvements in employment and a decline in unemployment.