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Twelve detained in major immigration fraud probe as MACC seizes nearly RM200,000 in MyIMMs hacking case

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has remanded 12 suspects over their involvement in a hacking syndicate that allegedly exploited the MyIMMs immigration system to issue fraudulent employment passes, with authorities seizing nearly RM200,000 in assets.

By Sofea Idris · 29 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Anwar Orders Fast-Track Resolution of Foreign Worker Hiring Within 30 Days

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has instructed relevant government ministries to resolve foreign worker hiring obstacles within one month, prioritising the restaurant sector amid persistent labour shortages.

By Amirul Hakim · 26 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

Malaysia Intensifies Crackdown on Social Visit Pass Abuse as Violations Surge

Malaysia's Immigration Department has escalated enforcement against Social Visit Pass abuse following a sharp increase in violations. Arrests for SVP-related offences nearly doubled from 1,279 in 2023 to 2,644 in 2024.

By Amirul Hakim · 21 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Cabinet to tackle foreign worker issues as Zahid convenes Putrajaya committee

Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi will chair a Cabinet Committee meeting next week to address escalating foreign worker concerns across Malaysia, particularly in the food and beverage sector.

By Amirul Hakim · 26 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Zahid to lead Cabinet drive on foreign worker crisis next week

Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi will chair a Cabinet committee next week to address mounting challenges in Malaysia's foreign worker management, with particular attention to labour shortages in the food and beverage industry.

By Amirul Hakim · 26 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Cabinet to Hold Foreign Workers Policy Meeting Next Week, Says Fahmi

Malaysia's Cabinet has scheduled a high-level committee meeting on foreign workers for next week, to be chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. The move addresses mounting labour shortages across key sectors.

By Teh Aik Seng · 26 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Malaysia Strengthens Worker Recruitment Governance with Bangladesh Through New Joint Framework

Malaysia's Human Resources Ministry and Bangladesh have agreed to establish a Joint Working Group to enhance governance of worker migration, focusing on updating bilateral agreements and ensuring ethical recruitment practices.

By Teh Aik Seng · 22 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Malaysian Chamber Sounds Alarm Over Foreigners Using Local Spouses to Skirt Business Rules

The Kelantan Malay Malaysian Chamber of Commerce has flagged a growing problem where foreigners allegedly marry or partner with local Malaysians to operate businesses under their names, circumventing licensing and tax obligations that create unfair competition.

By Teh Aik Seng · 19 Jun 2026 · 5 min read

62 Foreign Nationals Detained in Selangor Immigration Crackdown Over Pass Violations

Malaysia's Immigration Department has detained 62 foreign nationals across Selangor in a targeted enforcement operation against immigration pass abuse and violations of entry conditions.

By Sofea Idris · 17 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

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