“This will not only provide them with the opportunity to recover from the trauma of war, conflict and persecution, but also allow them to contribute to Malaysia’s economic growth, with clear benefits to businesses and consumers,” he added. “Even if 30% to 40% of the refugee and asylum seeker population is granted access to the formal job market, this could add 55,000 to 75,000 employees to Malaysia’s labour force, boosting productivity and supporting national economic growth,” he said. “MEF is calling on the government to collaborate with employers, trade unions, NGOs and international bodies to develop a clear, transparent policy framework that defines legal work status, outlines obligations and rights, integrates skills recognition and includes proper vetting and monitoring mechanisms.
Author: ARFA YUNUS
Published at: 2025-06-22 23:00:00
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