All news: Malaysia

ASEAN launches new regional roadmap to prevent child labour

With ILO’s technical support, ASEAN has launched a new ten-year framework aimed at preventing child labour and eliminating its worst forms.

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)

Sustainability training to help Malaysian employers navigate rising compliance standards

The International Labour Organization supported the launch of a new sustainability training package for Malaysian employers. Government reforms in 2025 have raised expectations on responsible business conduct. The programme will help employers...

Labour migration

EU-funded Ship to Shore Rights South-East Asia advances decent work in Malaysia’s blue economy

Initiative will expand protection for migrant workers in Malaysia’s fish and seafood supply chains.

Global Skills Forum 2025 puts private sector at the heart of workforce development

Hosted by Malaysia under the ASEAN Year of Skills 2025, the Forum highlights the importance of industry-led initiatives to meet future skills needs.

Labour Migration

Skills, mobility and growth: employers contribute to fair migration at the 18th ASEAN Forum on Migrant Labour

At the 18th ASEAN Forum on Migrant Labour in Kuala Lumpur, employers contributed to shaping recommendations on fair recruitment, lower remittance costs, and skills recognition. The ASEAN Confederation of Employers (ACE) played a key role,...

Labour migration

Decent work and fair recruitment key to climate-resilient labour migration in ASEAN

Climate change is disrupting livelihoods and forcing more people to move within and across ASEAN. According to a new ILO brief, protecting migrant workers through decent work and fair recruitment is essential to build resilience and safeguard rights.

News

ILO welcomes Malaysia's first National Action Plan on Business and Human Rights and the country’s commitment to promote decent work

By adopting its first National Action Plan on Business and Human Rights, Malaysia reinforces its commitment to eliminate forced labour, promote fair recruitment and uphold labour rights in business practices.

South-South and Triangular Cooperation

Accelerating South-South Cooperation towards decent work and common development in 2030

An inclusive approach to development remains key for post-COVID19 economic uncertainty in South-East Asia. The ILO ProSSCE-ASEAN project is actively working with partners in the region to support the Global Development Initiative and achieve decent...

Malaysia plans new steps in fight against forced labour

Stakeholders meet in Kuala Lumpur to review progress and shape a stronger, more coordinated National Action Plan on Forced Labour.

Malaysia charts next steps in widening social protection to foreign workers

With support from the European Union and ILO, Malaysia’s PERKESO aims to further expand social protection coverage, targeting hard-to-reach groups, including domestic workers and fishers.

Op-ed

On the frontlines of crisis: it’s time to recognize domestic workers as essential

To mark Domestic Workers' Day, Kaori Nakamura-Osaka, Assistant Director-General and Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific at the International Labour Organization, explains why an inclusive approach to labour and social protection for domestic...

Press release

Progress achieved, but more needed to end child labour in Sabah’s oil palm plantations

On World Day Against Child Labour, ILO, UNICEF and the EU call for continued efforts to protect every child’s right to education and a life free from exploitation.

Informality

ILO report spotlights innovative approaches to tackle informality in Asia and the Pacific

From digital tools to integrated policy reforms, new ILO findings highlight innovative strategies across the region aimed at promoting formal employment and protecting the rights of 1.3 billion informal workers.

Press release

National roadmap to promote responsible business practices in Malaysia developed

Government officials, representatives of employers' and workers' organizations and enterprises formulate recommendations for promoting sustainable enterprises and responsible business conduct for decent work in Malaysia.

News

Paving the path: towards a responsible and sustainable electronics value chain in Asia

Electronics Industry and Trade Union Leaders Unite for Cross-Country Dialogue on Responsible Business and Decent Work in Asia.

Press release

New skills offer better employment prospects for youth in Sabah’s oil palm sector

Initiative supported by European Union and implemented by ILO and UNICEF helps youth living in and around oil palm plantations.

ILO's new Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific takes office

Kaori Nakamura-Osaka serves as Assistant Director-General and Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific at the International Labour Organization’s Regional Office in Bangkok, Thailand.

Regional Skills Webinar Series

Global experts highlight growing need for core skills amid labour market and demographic shifts

ILO Regional Skills Webinar Series gathers over 120 participants from 30 countries to discuss integrating core skills into education and training systems for inclusive employment and skills-driven growth.

News

ILO and EU launch transformative training programme for plantation youth in Sabah

Initiative targets education and skills development for children and youth, fostering gender equality and socio-economic inclusion in plantation communities.

Malaysian government officials build skills on decent work and responsible business conduct in supply chains

A workshop helps Government officials strengthen their knowledge of ILO instruments and national policies to advance the Decent Work Agenda and responsible business conduct in supply chains in Malaysia.