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Sinar Daily
16 hours ago
- Business
- Sinar Daily
RM1,700 minimum wage order to be fully enforced on Aug 1
Kesuma announced that the order will apply to employers nationwide, regardless of the number of employees hired, following the end of the six-month deferment period on July 31. 22 Jul 2025 03:13pm Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily Effective Aug 1, 2025, without exception, all employers, including those who previously benefited from the deferment period, must comply with the RM1,700 monthly minimum wage order. Photo by Bernama PUTRAJAYA - The 2024 Minimum Wage Order of RM1,700 will come into full effect from Aug 1, according to the Ministry of Human Resources (KESUMA). In today's statement, KESUMA announced that the order will apply to employers nationwide, regardless of the number of employees hired, following the end of the six-month deferment period on July 31. "Effective Aug 1, 2025, without exception, all employers, including those who previously benefited from the deferment period, must comply with the RM1,700 monthly minimum wage order. "This includes non-citizen employees and contract apprentices, but does not apply to domestic workers,' read the statement. The ministry reminded employers to review their company's wage structure to ensure no employee receives a basic salary below the stipulated minimum rate, and to progressively adjust operations by focusing on productivity enhancement and employee skills training. KESUMA also warned that failure to comply with the order is an offence under the National Wages Consultative Council Act 2011, which carries a fine of up to RM10,000 for each affected employee, with an additional penalty of RM1,000 for each day the offence continues after conviction. For repeat offences, the maximum penalty may reach RM20,000 or imprisonment for up to five years. The ministry also encouraged employers to adopt the voluntary progressive wage policy (PWP) that serves to complement the implementation of the minimum wage order. "Through the PWP, employers have the opportunity to raise employees' incomes based on productivity, skills, and work contributions, while also benefiting from targeted cash incentives provided by the government. "This not only helps companies retain highly skilled workers but also strengthens long-term competitiveness in an increasingly challenging labour market,' it added. Complaints regarding the implementation of the Minimum Wage Order can be submitted to the Department of Labour nationwide or via KESUMA's official website. Further information on the minimum wage order and the PWP can be obtained at and respectively. - BERNAMA More Like This
The Sun
17 hours ago
- Business
- The Sun
RM1,700 minimum wage order enforced nationwide from Aug 1
PUTRAJAYA: The Ministry of Human Resources (KESUMA) has confirmed that the RM1,700 minimum wage order will be fully enforced nationwide starting Aug 1, 2025. This follows the end of a six-month deferment period granted to certain employers. In a statement issued today, KESUMA clarified that the order applies to all employers, regardless of company size, and includes non-citizen employees and contract apprentices. However, domestic workers remain exempt. 'Effective Aug 1, 2025, without exception, all employers, including those who previously benefited from the deferment period, must comply with the RM1,700 monthly minimum wage order,' the ministry stated. Employers failing to comply face penalties under the National Wages Consultative Council Act 2011, including fines of up to RM10,000 per affected worker. Repeat offenders may be fined up to RM20,000 or face imprisonment for up to five years. KESUMA also urged businesses to adopt the voluntary Progressive Wage Policy (PWP), which links salary increments to productivity and skills. 'Through the PWP, employers have the opportunity to raise employees' incomes based on productivity, skills, and work contributions, while also benefiting from targeted cash incentives provided by the government,' the statement added. Workers or employers seeking clarification can lodge complaints with the Department of Labour or visit KESUMA's official websites for details on the minimum wage and PWP. - Bernama
BusinessToday
17 hours ago
- Business
- BusinessToday
Govt To Enforce RM1,700 Minimum Wage Policy Effective Aug 1
The government will enforce the RM1,700 monthly minimum wage across all employers nationwide, regardless of company size, starting Aug 1, 2025. This marks the end of the six-month grace period previously granted to employers with fewer than five workers. The new rate, introduced under Budget 2025 and implemented in February for larger companies and professional sectors under MASCO 2020, will now apply to all employers, including those hiring non-citizens and contract apprentices. Only domestic workers remain excluded. The Ministry of Human Resources reminded employers that failure to comply with the Minimum Wage Order 2024 constitutes an offence under the National Wages Consultative Council Act 2011. Violators risk fines up to RM10,000 per worker, daily penalties of RM1,000 for continued non-compliance, and up to RM20,000 or five years' jail for repeat offences. Employers are urged to revise salary structures and align operations towards greater productivity and skills development. The ministry also encouraged participation in the voluntary Progressive Wage Policy, which ties pay increases to performance and offers targeted cash incentives from the government. Related
Malaysian Reserve
17 hours ago
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
KESUMA: RM1,700 minimum wage order to be fully enforced on Aug 1
PUTRAJAYA — The 2024 Minimum Wage Order of RM1,700 will come into full effect from Aug 1, according to the Ministry of Human Resources (KESUMA). In today's statement, KESUMA announced that the order will apply to employers nationwide, regardless of the number of employees hired, following the end of the six-month deferment period on July 31. 'Effective Aug 1, 2025, without exception, all employers, including those who previously benefited from the deferment period, must comply with the RM1,700 monthly minimum wage order. 'This includes non-citizen employees and contract apprentices, but does not apply to domestic workers,' read the statement. The ministry reminded employers to review their company's wage structure to ensure no employee receives a basic salary below the stipulated minimum rate, and to progressively adjust operations by focusing on productivity enhancement and employee skills training. KESUMA also warned that failure to comply with the order is an offence under the National Wages Consultative Council Act 2011, which carries a fine of up to RM10,000 for each affected employee, with an additional penalty of RM1,000 for each day the offence continues after conviction. For repeat offences, the maximum penalty may reach RM20,000 or imprisonment for up to five years. The ministry also encouraged employers to adopt the voluntary progressive wage policy (PWP) that serves to complement the implementation of the minimum wage order. 'Through the PWP, employers have the opportunity to raise employees' incomes based on productivity, skills, and work contributions, while also benefiting from targeted cash incentives provided by the government. 'This not only helps companies retain highly skilled workers but also strengthens long-term competitiveness in an increasingly challenging labour market,' it added. Complaints regarding the implementation of the Minimum Wage Order can be submitted to the Department of Labour nationwide or via KESUMA's official website. Further information on the minimum wage order and the PWP can be obtained at and respectively. — BERNAMA
Barnama
18 hours ago
- Business
- Barnama
RM1,700 Minimum Wage Order To Be Fully Enforced On Aug 1
PUTRAJAYA, July 22 (Bernama) -- The 2024 Minimum Wage Order of RM1,700 will come into full effect from Aug 1, according to the Ministry of Human Resources (KESUMA). In today's statement, KESUMA announced that the order will apply to employers nationwide, regardless of the number of employees hired, following the end of the six-month deferment period on July 31. 'Effective Aug 1, 2025, without exception, all employers, including those who previously benefited from the deferment period, must comply with the RM1,700 monthly minimum wage order. 'This includes non-citizen employees and contract apprentices, but does not apply to domestic workers,' read the statement. The ministry reminded employers to review their company's wage structure to ensure no employee receives a basic salary below the stipulated minimum rate, and to progressively adjust operations by focusing on productivity enhancement and employee skills training. KESUMA also warned that failure to comply with the order is an offence under the National Wages Consultative Council Act 2011, which carries a fine of up to RM10,000 for each affected employee, with an additional penalty of RM1,000 for each day the offence continues after conviction. For repeat offences, the maximum penalty may reach RM20,000 or imprisonment for up to five years. The ministry also encouraged employers to adopt the voluntary progressive wage policy (PWP) that serves to complement the implementation of the minimum wage order. 'Through the PWP, employers have the opportunity to raise employees' incomes based on productivity, skills, and work contributions, while also benefiting from targeted cash incentives provided by the government. 'This not only helps companies retain highly skilled workers but also strengthens long-term competitiveness in an increasingly challenging labour market,' it added.
