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Malaysia's National Fishermen's Association has posted a profit exceeding RM25 million in 2025, more than doubling the previous year's RM11 million result. The surplus reflects operational efficiency and is being distributed to support fisher welfare and education programmes.
Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye urges Malaysia to make combating synthetic drug abuse a national priority, warning the country risks losing a generation without decisive action across all sectors.
Melaka's state government is expanding support for fishermen through mandatory social security coverage and subsidised fish-finding equipment, recognising the sector's economic and social importance.
The Social Security Organisation's leadership has stated that none of its personnel participated in fraudulent activities connected to the Daya Kerjaya 2.0 employment incentive programme, which is currently being examined by Malaysia's anti-corruption agency.
The Malaysian government has allocated RM15.77 million to SUHAKAM in 2025, a RM2.2 million increase from the previous year, while rolling out expanded schemes for gig economy workers.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission will immediately deploy a certified integrity officer to Perkeso to enhance governance and prevent future fraud, following the Daya Kerjaya 2.0 investigation.
Malaysia has made contributions to LINDUNG 24 Jam voluntary for local workers but kept them mandatory for foreign workers, following public feedback on the PERKESO social security scheme.
PERKESO has distributed nearly RM3.5 million in social security benefits to Kelantan workers and their families during the first six months of 2024, with temporary disablement payments forming the bulk of disbursements.
Malaysia's Social Security Organisation (PERKESO) has exceeded its 96% compliance target in processing claims and benefit payments, driven by stricter service standards and digital innovations introduced last year.
Malaysia's Human Resources Ministry is moving forward with legislation to establish a Traveller Scheme offering social security protection to approximately 480,000 Malaysians who commute daily between Johor and Singapore, with parliamentary tabling beginning immediately.