Malaysia has announced that applications for foreign workers will be accepted in 13 sub-sectors, including agriculture, plantations, mining, and selected service industries, until December 31, 2025. Recruitment in construction will be limited to government projects, while manufacturing will prioritize new MIDA-approved investments. Only official sector-specific agencies can apply, with approvals managed by the Foreign Workers Technical Committee and a Joint Committee. The current foreign worker quota stands at 2,467,756, after which recruitment will be capped at 10% of the total workforce.
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Malaysia will accept applications for the employment of foreign workers in a total of 13 sub-sectors, including agriculture, plantations, and mining. The government has announced that the quota for calling visas for foreign workers in these sectors will remain open until December 31.
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