Staff Writer
Nasha reports on governance and institutional policy, exploring how regulations and government actions affect migrant communities and workers' rights across Asia Pacific.
Boao Forum secretary-general says Asia’s economic rise and deeper integration are reshaping global growth patterns, even as geopolitical tensions and protectionism challenge multilateral cooperation.
Prévot says rules-based order and deeper cooperation are vital as geopolitical shifts increasingly influence economic links and cross-border movement.
Panellists at the Asia-Pacific Roundtable urge a vital shift from strict non-interference to collaborative humanitarian action and digital administrative reforms.
Geopolitical friction between rising giants risks splintering ASEAN integration and disrupting historic exchange networks across Asia.
Anwar said diplomacy should go beyond international relations by creating employment, investment and long-term economic opportunities through stronger global partnerships.
The Labour ministry seeks to improve working conditions and orderly inclusion of foreigners.
Analysis finds E-7-4 visa holders contribute positively to regional economies and employment growth.
New disclosure requirements aim to curb speculative deals and suspicious overseas fund flows.
Eight more universities added as authorities seek to meet rising healthcare demand from the ageing population.
Language barriers, hazardous work and weak protections leave foreign workers disproportionately exposed to workplace injuries and deaths
The long-awaited agreement aims to ensure transparent recruitment, fair wages and stronger safeguards for Nepali workers in the kingdom.
The initiative aims to lower language and information barriers at shops and accommodations as travel shifts towards independent visitors.
The Labour ministry urges Cambodians to take up domestic jobs and skills training as nationwide vacancies rise.
The new platform will offer multilingual chatbot services and centralised access to residency, labour and daily-life information.
The new no-boarding directive requires airlines worldwide to stop passengers denied entry before departure.
WHO’s new Technical Advisory Group aims to strengthen health systems for migrants and refugees across Asia, addressing climate-driven displacement, labour mobility, and cross-border continuity of care.
From vibrant cultural performances at major transport hubs to ambitious state-led programmes, Malaysia launches VM2026 efforts to attract millions of visitors and bolster its tourism sector.
Minister Mukhtarudin urges better money management as most remittances are spent on consumption rather than productive ventures.
From Indonesia to Japan, a system manages how Technical Intern Trainees and Specified Skilled Workers are recruited, trained, and placed—trying to meet company needs while looking after the trainees’ welfare.
Planned migrant protection ministry and anti-trafficking measures aim to curb risks faced by undocumented workers.
Ravenna Chen stresses that empowering girls through education is vital as technology reshapes future migration and workforce pathways.
The event highlights Betawi heritage as PPI Malaysia expands education and outreach programmes.
Malaysia must modernise its civil service, embrace global talent, and nurture adaptable young leaders to stay competitive in a fast-changing, multipolar world.
NAWEM–BRICS WBA MoU paves the way for stronger international cooperation and expanded opportunities for women entrepreneurs.
Companies must submit applications for pass shortening and complete exit clearance for expatriates leaving the country permanently.
The programme in Gresik aims to strengthen cross-sector collaboration, address exploitation, and support families of migrant workers through education, advocacy, and legal frameworks.
Legal reforms ending gender-based barriers in citizenship law may encourage Malaysian mothers overseas to return with their families, boosting talent reintegration and economic growth.
OECD report shows enrolments falling in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia, while Germany, France, Japan, and New Zealand attract growing numbers with affordable tuition and post-study work opportunities.
The International Labour Organization calls for fairer, skills-based labour migration systems to make better use of migrant workers’ talents and boost global growth.
The World Bank says migration, skills reform, and active ageing are key to easing workforce shortages.
As Kuala Lumpur prepares to revitalise Bukit Bintang into a world-class retail and lifestyle hub, the upgrade is expected to attract foreign workers, expatriates and internal migrants, while raising concerns over mobility shifts.
The government’s cautious approach reflects deeper concerns over how shifting global blocs could affect migration flows, workforce policies, and economic flexibility.
Government efforts to curb reliance on migrant labour show progress, with stricter quotas and training initiatives for locals.
The government shifts from camp confinement to self-reliance in a move hailed as a turning point for refugee policy.
Trade pact between Malaysia and South Korea expected to boost investment, technology transfer, and skilled labour mobility across ASEAN by 2026.
Asia-Pacific now dominates global passport rankings, yet millions of migrant workers in the same region still face some of the world’s toughest mobility restrictions.
Indonesia’s new ambassador to Malaysia, Raden Dato Mohammad Iman Hascarya Kusumo, brings a politically connected background and promises a people-centred, partnership-driven approach to diplomacy.
Lower costs, shared culture and global exposure are drawing tens of thousands of Indonesians to Malaysian universities, as students like Muhammad Falih Mursal find a second home just across the border.
A deadly factory explosion in India drove Ashif Shaikh to dedicate his life to protecting vulnerable workers. Now leading People’s Courage International, he supports millions across Asia through community-led initiatives.
