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Four Immigration Officers Arrested in MyIMMs Hacking Scandal

Authorities have dismantled a criminal syndicate accused of hacking Malaysia's immigration database to illegally approve temporary work permits. Four immigration officers are among twelve detained in the joint operation.

By Rajesh Kumar · 29 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

MACC and Immigration Department Dismantle Syndicate Exploiting MyIMMs System for Fake Work Passes

Authorities have shut down an organised crime network that breached Malaysia's immigration database to issue counterfeit employment passes. The MACC and Immigration Department's coordinated takedown reveals serious vulnerabilities in border security systems.

By Rajesh Kumar · 29 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Malaysia Must Prioritise Local Workers Before Hiring Foreigners, Says Ramanan

Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan has reaffirmed Malaysia's commitment to prioritising local employment opportunities, stating that foreign workers should only be hired when domestic candidates are unavailable.

By Khairul Anuar · 28 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

PM Anwar Sets 30-Day Timeline for Foreign Worker Approvals in Hospitality and Other Key Sectors

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has directed government agencies to clear a backlog of foreign worker applications within 30 days, targeting the struggling restaurant and hospitality sectors among others.

By Rajesh Kumar · 26 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Government Sets One-Month Deadline to Address Foreign Worker Crisis in Malaysia's Food Service Sector

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has tasked government ministers with finding solutions to critical foreign worker shortages in Malaysia's restaurant industry within 30 days, acknowledging urgent staffing gaps while maintaining strict labour immigration controls.

By Khairul Anuar · 26 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Anwar Sets 30-Day Push to Unlock Foreign Worker Approvals for Restaurants

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has given Malaysian government ministries one month to streamline foreign worker recruitment, particularly for restaurants facing acute staffing shortages while maintaining controlled immigration standards.

By Khairul Anuar · 24 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Malaysia steps up crackdown as foreign workers increasingly misuse social visit passes

Malaysia's immigration authorities have intensified enforcement against foreign nationals working illegally on social visit passes, with arrests more than doubling from 1,279 in 2023 to 2,644 in 2024.

By Khairul Anuar · 21 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Malaysia to Prioritise Local Jobs While Studying Foreign Worker Needs, Says Anwar

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed the government's commitment to prioritising employment for Malaysian citizens while conducting a careful review of sectors genuinely requiring foreign workers, emphasising stronger enforcement against illegal labour practices.

By Khairul Anuar · 14 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

RM2.5 Million in Luxury Items Seized as MACC Busts Immigration Corruption Ring

Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has seized RM2.5 million in luxury goods and frozen 14 bank accounts following the arrest of 38 suspects in a sweeping immigration corruption investigation.

By Khairul Anuar · 10 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Cabinet to Review E-invoicing System and Foreign Worker EPF Rules Following BN Proposals

The Cabinet has acknowledged Barisan Nasional's proposals seeking relief for businesses struggling with e-invoicing compliance and the mandatory 2% EPF contribution requirement for foreign workers, signalling potential policy adjustments ahead.

By Khairul Anuar · 8 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Malaysia's Foreign Worker System Shifts to Automated Processing, Eliminating Individual Case Reviews

Malaysia's Ministry of Human Resources has transitioned all foreign worker quota applications to an automated digital system, eliminating discretionary case-by-case approvals. The move aims to ensure transparency and operational efficiency across industries dependent on migrant labour.

By Khairul Anuar · 6 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

#foreign-workers

Four Immigration Officers Arrested in MyIMMs Hacking Scandal

MACC and Immigration Department Dismantle Syndicate Exploiting MyIMMs System for Fake Work Passes

Malaysia Must Prioritise Local Workers Before Hiring Foreigners, Says Ramanan

PM Anwar Sets 30-Day Timeline for Foreign Worker Approvals in Hospitality and Other Key Sectors

Government Sets One-Month Deadline to Address Foreign Worker Crisis in Malaysia's Food Service Sector

Anwar Sets 30-Day Push to Unlock Foreign Worker Approvals for Restaurants

Malaysia steps up crackdown as foreign workers increasingly misuse social visit passes

Malaysia to Prioritise Local Jobs While Studying Foreign Worker Needs, Says Anwar

RM2.5 Million in Luxury Items Seized as MACC Busts Immigration Corruption Ring

Cabinet to Review E-invoicing System and Foreign Worker EPF Rules Following BN Proposals

Malaysia's Foreign Worker System Shifts to Automated Processing, Eliminating Individual Case Reviews

HR Officer and 80 Foreign Workers Held in Johor Illegal Employment Crackdown

Malaysia To Overhaul Foreign Worker Management Framework, Says Ahmad Zahid

Cabinet moves to address foreign worker issues as Zahid leads high-level committee meeting

Zahid to Lead Cabinet Committee on Foreign Worker Crisis Next Week

Cabinet to Convene Foreign Workers Committee Next Week Under Ahmad Zahid's Leadership

Malaysia to Strengthen Bangladesh Worker Recruitment Framework Through Joint Initiative

Immigration Department Detains 62 Foreigners in Selangor Crackdown on Pass Abuse

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