Estate owners say the implementation of the movement-control order has worsened foreign worker shortage, as the closure of borders prevented workers from returning after their home leave, and prevented replacement workers from coming in. – The Malaysian Insight file pic, June 27, 2020.
THE Malaysian Estate Owners’ Association has asked the government to exempt the plantation industry from the freeze in hiring of new foreign workers, and allow those on home leave to return. In a statement today, the MEOA said the plantation industry relies almost exclusively on foreign workers for field work, especially in harvesting oil palm fruit bunches.
Effective July 2018, access to full reports will only be available with a subscription. Sign-up now and enjoy one week free access!
Canada Canada Latest News, Canada Canada Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Source: staronline - 🏆 4. / 75 Read more »