Amirudin: Selangor govt to meet Panasonic workers over jobs, assistance after planned closure
SHAH ALAM, Aug 8 — The Selangor state government will meet workers expected to be affected by the closu...
Selangor state government to meet Panasonic AVC Networks Kuala Lumpur Malaysia Sdn Bhd workers about potential job losses and assistance, Menteri Besar Amirudin Shari said. V. Papparaidu will lead the meeting, alongside Perkeso representatives, to gather information and provide support for affected employees. The closure of television production operations will result in the loss of 400 jobs by March next year.
Early intervention measures, like food baskets, will be offered, but the government aims to help workers find new employment to sustain their lives. Perkeso will provide financial protection and assistance, with payments decreasing over time for unemployed workers. The Selangor Mega Jobcare 2026 event brings together 147 employers with over 11,000 vacancies, in collaboration with MYFutureJobs for participants aged 18-60.
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