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Malaysia Cuts Foreign Workers to Boost Local Employment

3/26/2026

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Malaysia plans to reduce foreign workers to promote local hiring and higher wages.
From June, the policy doubles the minimum salary for foreign workers and limits their stay to five or ten years.
The policy has created uncertainty among expatriates.
Business leaders warn the changes could raise costs and hinder recruitment, prompting relocation considerations.

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Story summary

Malaysia plans to reduce foreign workers to promote local hiring and higher wages.
From June, the policy doubles the minimum salary for foreign workers and limits their stay to five or ten years.
The policy has created uncertainty among expatriates.
Business leaders warn the changes could raise costs and hinder recruitment, prompting relocation considerations.