Malaysia's 'aggressive' move to double minimum expatriate salaries sends 'strong' signal to hire local

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Some employers are considering a “thorough review” of salary structures for current and future expatriates and, if necessary, the relocation of certain roles or workers to other countries. KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s proposal to raise minimum salaries for expatriates sends a strong signal to prioritise hiring local talent, even as it could reduce the country's business cost advantage and investment attractiveness, observers say. The Ministry of Home Affairs announced on Jan 14 that it will impose