New framework to 'address gaps, discrepancies' in existing policies
Human Resources Minister Steven Sim has confirmed a Labour Day release for Malaysia's National Human Resources Policy Framework.
Sim told reporters this week that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim would inaugurate the framework, Bernama reported.
"The inaugural National Human Resources Policy Framework will address gaps and discrepancies in existing policy documents," he said as quoted by the outlet.
"For instance, we are looking into the ageing population agenda, advancements in artificial intelligence, the green economy, and women's involvement in the workforce."
It will also serve as guidelines for the ministry and the government in implementing Malaysia's human capital development programme, according to the minister.
The framework has been developed with the help of feedback from various stakeholders. The ministry has been collecting them through engagement sessions since January.
A portal, which closed on April 18, was also launched for citizens to provide feedback on the policy while it was still being developed.
Labour Day celebrations
Malaysia's Labour Day will see a celebration that will gather over 3,000 workers from unions, statutory bodies, the public, and the private sector.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will also be in attendance to present several awards to acknowledge significant contributions to national development, Bernama reported.
This year's theme will be "Pekerja KESUMA Bangsa," with the total Labour Day Awards cash prize hiked to RM120,000 this year.
