Economy

Malaysia plans new wage scheme for low-income workers

'Progressive' model targets small business, but effectiveness questioned

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Workers at a construction site in Kuala Lumpur: Most workers in Malaysia are employed by small and medium size businesses. © Reuters

NORMAN GOH, Nikkei staff writer
December 7, 2023 12:02 JST

KUALA LUMPUR -- Malaysia's government will introduce a new program to raise wages for low-income workers, as the Southeast Asian country grapples with rising living costs and growing inequality.

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