Government Maintains 13 Percent Foreign Worker Limit, Targets 10 Percent by 2030
The Malaysian government has confirmed that the policy to limit the number of foreign workers in the country will continue. Currently, the maximum limit for foreign workers is set at 13 percent of the total workforce in Malaysia.
This measure is part of the government's effort to reduce the business sector's reliance on foreign labor. The government hopes that employers will be able to reduce the recruitment of foreign workers in stages over the next few years.
As a long-term goal, the government aims to lower the limit to 10 percent by 2030. This policy is intended to encourage local companies to be more self-reliant and no longer depend on cheap labor from abroad.
To achieve this goal, the government urges entrepreneurs to shift towards automation and digitalization in their business operations. The use of machines and modern technology is seen as the best way to increase productivity without needing to increase the number of workers.
Overall, this transition is expected to help local industries move towards a higher value chain. By prioritizing skills and technology, the Malaysian economy is expected to become more competitive internationally in the future.