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Daily Express
04-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
One-Stop Labour Service Centre
Published on: Wednesday, June 04, 2025 Published on: Wed, Jun 04, 2025 Text Size: Steven Sim being welcomed by SMSU officials during the working visit. Kota Kinabalu: The Human Resources Ministry (Kesuma) will establish a One-Stop Labour Service Centre in Sabah as a new initiative to consolidate various employment-related services under one roof. Its Minister Steven Sim said the setting up the centre marks the latest step towards expanding this initiative throughout the country. 'We hope this one-stop centre will be realised in the months to come. 'All worker-related issues, whether concerning the Labour Department, Department of Industrial Relations Malaysia, Department of Trade Union Affairs, Perkeso (Social Security Organisation) and so on, can be referred to one place only. Workers no longer need to travel back and forth to various offices,' he said in a statement after making a working visit to the Sabah Medical Services Union (SMSU), here, Tuesday. Sim said the passing of the Sabah Labour Ordinance and Sarawak Labour Ordinance in Parliament last year was a major achievement for Kesuma because it was finally passed after being delayed for over 20 years. 'This step allows for the alignment of workers' rights and protection across the country. We cannot let workers in Sabah and Sarawak continue to lag behind in terms of protection. The success of amending these ordinances is not solely my effort but a collective one with the Malaysian Trade Union Congress, trade unions, the State Government and Kesuma officers. 'The Sabah Labour Ordinance (Amendment) Act 2025 and Sarawak Labour Ordinance (Amendment) Act 2025 have come into effect from May 1, 2025, except for Part IVA, which contains special provisions related to minimum standards for housing, accommodation and worker facilities,' he said. In the meantime, Sim hopes SMSU can increase its membership from 8,000 to 10,000, in line with the national target to double the number of union members from one million to two million. 'Joining the union means we strengthen the voice of the workers. With balanced bargaining power, only then will workers' welfare be more assured. 'To encourage participation in the union, Kesuma launched the Madani Employee Card initiative, which offers discounts ranging from 10 to 30 per cent at selected premises and businesses. 'Efforts to involve more companies are also actively being pursued to expand benefits for every member,' he said. SMSU President Ajulahin Japin said they appreciate the various reforms brought since Sim took the lead in Kesuma, especially involving the full enforcement of the Sabah Labour Ordinance on May 1 this year, as well as the official establishment of the Sabah Labour Advisory Council (SLAC) on May 13. Ajulahin also said he is among the 16 union representatives who received their appointment letters as permanent committee members, and that he has also been appointed to the permanent committee within the National Labour Advisory Council (NLAC) starting from May 1. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
The Sun
03-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Govt efforts to uplift workforce lauded
PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF) has praised the government's continued efforts to uplift the workforce, and called for stronger collaboration among employees, employers and policymakers to build a more resilient and inclusive Malaysia. Its president Datuk Dr Syed Hussain Syed Husman said the country's progress depends on the collective commitment of all stakeholders, emphasising that close collaboration between employees, employers and the government is essential for national success. He said tripartism is crucial to safeguarding Malaysia's long-term prosperity and stressed that sustainable productivity and a progressive business environment can only be achieved through unity and a shared commitment to the nation's development goals. 'With the theme 'Pekerja Kesuma Bangsa', MEF is committed to fostering unity among employees, employers and the government to navigate internal and external challenges, ensuring sustainable progress for our nation. 'In today's volatile global landscape, unity is not an option but a necessity. By upholding the Madani values of respect, honesty, loyalty and opportunity, Malaysia can overcome any adversity and emerge stronger,' he said in a statement yesterday in conjunction with the Labour Day celebration on Thursday. Syed Hussain also welcomed the introduction of the Madani Employee Card, announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, calling it a meaningful gesture that reflects the government's care for the workforce. The Madani Employee Card is an initiative aimed at one million unionised workers, offering them discounts of up to 30% at more than 100 companies providing goods and services. The initiative is intended to ease the cost of living for workers, particularly union members, by offering discounts and exclusive perks. The initiative, which provides union members access to various discounts through participating companies such as Aeon, Mydin, Jakel, Marrybrown, Genting, OldTown White Coffee, Zus Coffee, Socar and Bateriku, is seen as a practical step to help workers cope with rising living costs. Syed Hussain said the initiative not only uplifts the spirit of the workforce but also acknowledges the vital role of worker unions in fostering industrial peace and national development. 'MEF commends Human Resources Minister Steven Sim for his exemplary leadership in advancing law reform and strengthening industrial harmony. 'Under his stewardship, critical amendments were enacted to modernise Malaysia's labour framework, striking a balance between enhancing worker protections and sustaining business competitiveness.' He also lauded the government's move to establish Worker One-Stop Centres in Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Johor, calling it a progressive step towards improving support services for the workforce.
Free Malaysia Today
01-05-2025
- Business
- Free Malaysia Today
Govt launches Madani discount card for union members
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says cardholders may enjoy discounts of up to 30% at over 100 participating businesses. (Bernama pic) KUALA LUMPUR : The government has introduced the Madani Employee Card, an initiative expected to benefit one million union members, offering discounts of up to 30% at over 100 companies providing essential goods and services. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the companies offering the discounts through the initiative include Aeon, Mydin, Jakel, Marrybrown, Genting, Old Town White Coffee, Zuss Coffee, SOCAR, and Bateriku. 'The card is designed to provide union members with discounts at participating businesses,' he said at the 2025 Labour Day celebrations at Axiata Arena, Bukit Jalil, today, reported Berita Harian. MORE TO COME
New Straits Times
01-05-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Anwar launches Madani card offering discounts to over one million trade union members
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today launched the Madani Employee Card (Kad Pekerja Madani), aimed at providing workers with discounts on various services. The card, which has been issued to over one million trade union members, provides access to discounts of up to 30 per cent at several companies offering essential goods and services. This includes Mydin, Jakel, Marrybrown, and Genting, Old Town White Coffee, Zuss Coffee, SOCAR, and Bateriku. "The Madani Employee Card is intended to provide union members who hold this card with discounts on these facilities," he said in his keynote address at the National Day Celebration today.
