400k Malaysia-Singapore commuters to benefit from social security amendment
KUALA LUMPUR: An amendment that will benefit about 400,000 workers who commute daily between Malaysia and Singapore will be passed before the end of the year, Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan said.
400,000 Malaysian-Singaporean commuters will benefit from a social security amendment set to pass before the end of the year, according to Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan. The amendment pertains to the Self-Employment Social Security Act 2017 (Act 789). Additionally, a post-maternity leave allowance for over 132,000 women workers will be introduced in another amendment, also to be approved before the new year, Ramanan announced at the Social Security Organisation Media Awards 2026 night.
Both measures are part of the Madani government's efforts, through the Human Resources Ministry, to bolster social protection and safeguard workers' welfare. The Social Security Organisation's chairman, chief executive, and Media Prima Bhd COO were also present during the announcement.
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