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Malaysian Government Announces Comprehensive Review of Progressive Wage Policy

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 22
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The Malaysian government announced it will conduct a comprehensive assessment of the Progressive Wage Policy (PWP) to evaluate its effectiveness. Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir stated that the policy is currently in its implementation period and the assessment will take place by the end of the current year or early next year. The Minister added that the policy must be accompanied by productivity improvements, training, and workers’ skills development.

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The PWP aims to guide wage increases within the labor market, though employer participation remains voluntary. The Minister noted that while real wages have grown despite inflation, wage levels must be assessed alongside the cost of living, which varies by locality and household needs.

FMM had previously provided commentary on national wage policy, while MTUC had proposed a minimum wage increase in Malaysia.

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