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Malaysia's Human Resources Ministry pledges enhanced governance of Bangladesh worker recruitment. A bilateral agreement establishes a Joint Working Group to modernise labour agreements and ensure ethical practices benefiting both nations.
Malaysian Immigration Department conducted a major enforcement operation in Selangor, apprehending 62 foreign nationals suspected of abusing immigration passes and breaching permit conditions in a targeted crackdown.
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The Kuala Terengganu City Council has penalised 23 unlicensed business premises operated by foreigners this year, citing concerns over visa abuse and unfair competition for local traders.
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The Cabinet has instructed authorities to take immediate enforcement action against foreign nationals who are conducting commercial activities while holding social visit passes, Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail announced.
Kuala Lumpur authorities have arrested 30 migrant workers during coordinated raids investigating alleged foreign control of multiple business sectors in the capital.
Authorities in Johor Baru conducted a crackdown at a food court, apprehending 72 foreign workers suspected of immigration violations during a coordinated enforcement operation.
Japan's tightened immigration policies and increasingly hostile atmosphere toward foreigners are forcing out long-term residents and entrepreneurs, reflecting deeper societal tensions as anti-foreigner sentiment gains political momentum.
Malaysia's Inland Revenue Board has identified a widespread tax evasion scheme where foreign nationals register companies under the names of local Malaysians, sometimes including homeless individuals, to conceal shadow economy activities and dodge tax obligations.