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Govt reviewing RM1,700 minimum wage - minister
Published:  Aug 18, 2026 11:13 AM
Updated: 3:56 AM
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The minimum wage is under review, with the government considering whether to retain the current RM1,700 monthly rate or raise it further.

Human Resources Minister R Ramanan said the review is being carried out under Section 25 of the National Wages Consultative Council Act 2011, with a final decision to be made after the National Wage and Gig Consultative Council (MPGGN) completes the rate-setting process.


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