Anwar signals more measures to boost wages in 2027 Budget
SHAH ALAM: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has signalled that the government will introduce stronger measures to address wage growth in the 2027 Budget.
Shah Alam - Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has hinted at more measures to be introduced in the 2027 Budget to tackle wage growth. The government has already taken steps, such as raising public sector salaries and setting a RM3,100 minimum wage for GLICs. However, Anwar stated that further action is required to ensure workers reap the rewards of increased productivity and economic growth.
The Finance Minister, who is also addressing the final stages of the Budget, noted that the private sector minimum wage has been increased from RM1,200 to the current RM1,700.
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