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The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
‘No tolerance' for foreigners holding hawker licences
PETALING JAYA: Local authorities have never permitted foreigners to apply for or hold hawker licences, small trader permits or business premises licences, and any violations will not be tolerated, Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming told the Dewan Rakyat yesterday. Replying to Mohd Hasnizan Harun (PN–Hulu Selangor) regarding the presence of foreign traders in Malaysia's retail sector, Nga said the restriction was clearly outlined under the Hawker By-Laws and the Licensing of Trades, Businesses and Industries By-Laws. 'It must be stressed that the ministry and local authorities have never allowed any foreign nationals to apply for or own hawker or small business licences, business premises, grocery stores, eateries, car workshops or markets,' he said during Minister's Question Time. Nga said since 2023, a total of 3,703 enforcement operations had been carried out across the country targeting business premises operated by or involving foreign nationals. As a result, 14,834 compounds were issued, 23 licences revoked and 2,880 business premises sealed due to various breaches of local authority rules, including cases where Malaysian traders had illegally transferred licences or permits to foreigners. 'This is because the government is highly committed to supporting citizens through business opportunities, including offering business premises at below-market rental rates. These facilities must not be misused for the benefit of foreign nationals,' he said. The Teluk Intan MP added that local authorities will not compromise on any breach of licence conditions. Violators may face stern action, including compound fines, seizure of goods, business closures and licence revocations.
Barnama
2 days ago
- Business
- Barnama
PBTs Issue Nearly 15,000 Compounds Against Foreign-owned Business Premises
GENERAL KUALA LUMPUR, July 28 (Bernama) -- Local authorities (PBTs) have issued a total of 14,834 compounds against business premises for various offences, including the illegal transfer of licences and permits to foreigners, since 2023, said Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming. He said that the authorities have also sealed 2,880 premises and revoked 23 business licences. 'It must be stressed that the Ministry and PBTs have never allowed any foreign nationals to apply for or own hawker or small business licences, business premises, grocery stores, eateries, car workshops, or markets. 'PBTs also do not allow the hiring of foreigners as workers under hawker licences at their premises, as the MADANI Government is deeply committed to supporting Malaysians through business opportunities and ensuring the sustainability of the local traders' economy,' he said. He was responding to a question from Mohd Hasnizan Harun (PN-Hulu Selangor) regarding businesses being operated by foreigners in Malaysia, particularly in the retail sector, during the oral question-and-answer session in the Dewan Rakyat today. Nga said existing policies and regulations, such as the Hawkers By-Laws and the Licensing of Trades, Businesses and Industries By-Laws, clearly stipulate that only Malaysian citizens are allowed to apply for business licences. At the same time, foreign nationals can only be hired if they hold a valid work pass or trade permit. He said PBTs carry out continuous enforcement and monitoring operations, including regular inspections of business premises and hawkers, particularly in areas with a high concentration of foreign nationals, as well as confiscating goods from foreign hawkers. Nga also said that the local authorities would revoke licences from those found to have misused their permits, stressing that the conditions for new applications and business licences have been tightened, based on each state's jurisdiction, to curb the operations of foreign-owned businesses. In response to a supplementary question from Mohd Hasnizan regarding the ruse of using Malaysian spouses as proxies to open businesses, Nga said Malaysians must act responsibly and uphold the principles of the Rukun Negara.
The Star
23-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Illegal reflexology and massage operators in Selayang raided
A REFLEXOLOGY and massage centre in Jalan Sri Selayang, Selangor, was ordered to close after being found operating without a valid licence during a raid by authorities. The operation by Selayang Municipal Council (MPS), carried out at several areas in the municipality, also saw the operator fined RM1,000 under the Beauty and Healthcare Centres By-Laws (MPS) 2007. During the raid at Uptown Sri Gombak, authorities also took action against nine stall operators offering reflexology and body massage treatments, as well as employing foreign workers without approval. 'MPS confiscated business items including 27 recliner chairs, eight tents, six massage beds and 49 small stools,' it stated on its social media page. The operation, which was also carried out at the Selayang Hot Springs area, saw seven stalls operating without a licence fined for various offences. Action was taken under Licensing of Trades, Businesses and Industries By-Laws (MPS) 2007, Food Establishment Licensing By-Laws 2007 and Hawkers By-Laws 2007. 'MPS will continue to monitor and take legal action to ensure all business activities within the municipality comply with regulations,' the local council said. In Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) removed two illegal billboard structures during an integrated operation on May 20. DBKL, in a joint operation with the police and Tenaga Nasional Bhd, dismantled two billboards measuring 6.7m by 3.3m which were installed on road reserve land without approval. 'The owners of the billboard structures had been issued a notice on April 9 and a follow-up notice on May 16 to demolish and clear the site within the stipulated timeframe,' it said in a media statement. Action was taken under Section 70 of the Street, Drainage and Building Act 1974. 'This decisive action is part of DBKL's ongoing efforts to improve the city's appearance and ensure that all developments and structures in Kuala Lumpur comply with existing regulations. 'It also supports the goal of reinforcing Kuala Lumpur's image as a well-organised city with strong governance and adherence to the law, especially as preparation for hosting the Asean Summit 2025. 'As the host city, Kuala Lumpur is committed to presenting itself as a well-managed and sustainable urban centre,' the statement added. The dismantled structures were sent to DBKL's Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Department's storage facility in Jalan Cheras for documentation purposes. The public can channel information to its complaints website at
Free Malaysia Today
26-04-2025
- Free Malaysia Today
DBKL shuts down 4 brothels in Bukit Bintang
DBKL said the seized items were moved to its seizure depot in Cheras for recording and documentation purposes. (DBKL pic) PETALING JAYA : Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) shut down four premises identified as prostitution dens in Bukit Bintang last night. In a Facebook post, DBKL said the premises were identified following several days of surveillance in the area. 'The internal structure, believed to have been built with special rooms for prostitution activities, has been demolished. 'All items related to prostitution activities were seized and transported to the seizure depot at Jalan Lombong, Cheras, for recording and documentation purposes,' it said. DBKL said it also issued four compound notices under the Licensing of Trades, Businesses and Industries By-Laws (Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur) 2016. It said further enforcement and monitoring will continue at the identified hotspots, and encouraged the public to report information they may have through the official channels.
New Straits Times
26-04-2025
- New Straits Times
City Hall raids, shutters 4 prostitution dens in Bukit Bintang
KUALA LUMPUR: Kuala Lumpur City Hall has closed down and dismantled four prostitution dens in an operation in Bukit Bintang here last night. In a posting on its official Facebook page, it said enforcement action on the four premises allegedly offering sexual services were taken following several days of surveillance. "As a result of the surveillance, four premises were identified to be involved in prostitution and we have sealed off those premises under the Local Government Act 1976," said City Hall in the posting. It said officers also demolished interior structures, including partitions that created private spaces for illicit services. "Four compound notices were also issued under the Licensing of Trades, Businesses and Industries (Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur) By-Laws 2016 to owners of the four premises," it said. City Hall officers also seized sex paranaphelia, such as lubricants and condoms, found in the raids. "The seized items have been taken to the storage facility at Jalan Lombong, Taman Miharja, Cheras, for documentation and record-keeping," it said. Photos of the enforcement operation, showing City Hall personnel dismantling structures and removing equipment, were also shared in the same post. "City Hall will continue to carry out enforcement and monitoring from time to time at identified hotspot areas." The post ended by encouraging members of the public to channel complaints or tip-offs on illicit activities through City Hall's official communication channels.
