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General : Govt Agrees To Review E-Invoice Implementation, EPF Contributions For Foreign Workers
JOHOR BAHRU, July 8 (Bernama) -- The Cabinet has agreed to review the implementation of the e-invoice system and Employees Provident Fund (EPF) contributions involving foreign workers.
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Middle East News 247
· Jul 7, 2026
Federal Tax Authority Showcases Global Best Practices Across Operations During Meeting with Sharjah Finance Department
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) received a delegation from Sharjah Finance Department, who were briefed on the Authority’s working mechanisms and its comprehensive strategy in the areas of corporate excellence, innovation, and the sustainable enhancement of the work environment and quality of life, in line with global best practices and the latest technologies. The visit [] The post Federal Tax Authority Showcases Global Best Practices Across Operations During Meeting with Sharjah Finance Department appeared first on Middle East News 247.
Malaysiakini
· Jul 9, 2026
On Johor campaign trail, Zahid announces cabinet reviews
JOHOR POLLS | DPM says cabinet approved BN proposals to review e-invoicing, EPF for foreign workers.
Eye Radio
· Jul 2, 2026
Government says civil servants’ salaries being paid in phases
The Minister of Information and Government Spokesperson says salaries for civil servants and organized forces are now being processed and paid in phases across the country. According to Ateny Wek Aten, “the salaries are now being paid. Some ministries have already got their salaries, the army got salaries, the old organized forces, the money for [] The post Government says civil servants’ salaries being paid in phases appeared first on Eye Radio.
The Hindu BusinessLine
· Jul 2, 2026
Labour Min makes EPF contributions beyond ₹1,800 voluntary
New EPF Scheme 2026 caps mandatory PF contributions at the notified wage ceiling, making contributions on wages above 15,000 voluntary for both employees and employers
Daily Post Nigeria
· Jun 25, 2026
Tinubu will review N70,000 minimum wage – Gbajabiamila
Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, has stated that the Federal Government is working towards reviewing workers’ salary. The former Speaker of the House of Representatives stated this on Thursday in Abuja at an event organized by Working People United. He said that the N70,000 minimum wage which was approved by thr President Bola Tinubu [] Tinubu will review N70,000 minimum wage – Gbajabiamila
BERNAMA
· Jul 9, 2026
General : LINDUNG 24 Jam Optional For Local Workers, Mandatory For Foreign Workers - Ramanan
KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) -- The government has decided that contributions to the Non-Employment Injury Scheme (LINDUNG 24 Jam) under the Social Security Organisation (PERKESO) will no longer be mandatory for local workers and will instead be voluntary, with immediate effect.
Vision Times
· Jul 1, 2026
China Reassigns Senior Public Security Officials Amid Internal Inspection
Transfers of several senior officials coincide with a central inspection of the Ministry of Public Security, prompting outside scrutiny of the leadership changes.
OneIndia
· Jul 12, 2026
Punjab Pending DA Dispute: 7.5 Lakh Employees and Pensioners Waiting for Their Legal Due!
Despite repeated demands from employee unions and favourable court rulings, the Punjab government is yet to implement the long-pending Dearness Allowance revision for its regular employees and pensioners. Ironically, IAS and IPS officers serving in Punjab continue to receive the higher
Utusan Malaysia
· Jun 29, 2026
Perkeso Kelantan bayar faedah hampir RM3.5 juta kepada pekerja, waris
PASIR MAS: Hampir RM3.5 juta bayaran faedah kepada pekerja dan waris dibawah Akta Keselamatan Sosial Pekerja 1969 (Akta 4) telah dibuat oleh Pertubuhan Keselamatan Sosial (Perkeso) Kelantan sepanjang Januari hingga Jun tahun ini. Timbalan Pengarahnya, Nor Aziemah Ismail berkata, ia melibatkan bayaran Faedah Hilang Upaya Sementara (FHUS) dan Faedah Orang Tanggungan kepada waris pekerja yang ... Read more The post Perkeso Kelantan bayar faedah hampir RM3.5 juta kepada pekerja, waris appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.
Vanguard News
· Jun 23, 2026
Hardship: Civil servants demand 400% wage increase
Civil servants under the umbrella of the Joint National Public Service Negotiating Council, JNPSNC, Trade Union Side have called on the federal government and state governments to approve and implement a 400 per cent increase in the current N70,000 national minimum wage to cushion the devastating effects of the country’s economic hardship. The post Hardship: Civil servants demand 400 wage increase appeared first on Vanguard News.
Nepal News
· Jul 10, 2026
प्रतिनिधिसभा बैठक आज बस्दै, यस्तो छ कार्यसूची
काठमाडौं। संघीय संसद्अन्तर्गत प्रतिनिधिसभाको बैठक आज दिउँसो १ बजे बस्दैछ। बैठकमा विभिन्न सरकारी निकायका वार्षिक प्रतिवेदन पेस गर्ने तथा अन्तर्राष्ट्रिय श्रमसम्बन्धी महासन्धिमाथि छलफल गर्ने कार्यसूची रहेको संसद् सचिवालयले जनाएको छ। बैठकमा प्रधानमन्त्री बालेन्द्र साहको तर्फबाट कानुन, न्याय तथा संसदीय मामिला मन्त्री सोविता गौतमले निर्वाचन आयोगको उन्नाइसौँ वार्षिक प्रतिवेदन २०८१/८२, राष्ट्रिय सुरक्षा परिषद्को आठौँ वार्षिक प्रतिवेदन []
The Economic Times
· Jul 9, 2026
OPS option extended to these government employees
OPS option extended to these government employees
Malay Mail
· Jul 9, 2026
Lindung 24 Jam contributions now optional for local employees, mandatory for foreign workers, says HR minister
KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 — The government has decided that contributions to the Non-Employment Injury Scheme (Lindung...
ANTARA News
· Jun 23, 2026
Indonesia's DPR approves PFII bill for 2026 legislative program
Indonesia's House of Representatives (DPR) has approved the government's proposal to include a bill on the ...
Proto Thema - English
· Jun 24, 2026
Equal pay bill reaches Parliament, healthcare staff gain arduous work pension option
The Ministry of Labor’s bill on equal pay, wage transparency, and pension provisions is being introduced to the Parliamentary Committee on Social Affairs The post Equal pay bill reaches Parliament, healthcare staff gain arduous work pension option appeared first on ProtoThema English.
RTL Today
· Jul 9, 2026
Digital transformation: Chamber unanimously approves modernisation of tax administration
On Thursday, the Chamber of Deputies unanimously passed a bill aimed at increasing the share of electronic tax returns to 85 by 2028.
ComputerWeekly
· Jul 6, 2026
Capita’s rush to hit civil service pension deadline risking errors, say staff
Staff working on Civil Service pension administration transition concerned over pressure forcing unnecessary risks
Mother Jones
· Jul 2, 2026
The State Department’s New Recruiting Contractor Wants More Christian Diplomats
Foreign Service Officers play a pivotal role in the US Department of State—and in the world. According to the agency’s website, these high-ranking officials “engage with foreign governments, advocate for American interests, and help shape global policy across political, economic, and humanitarian priorities.” Because of the importance of their duties, the vetting process for Foreign []
NDTV
· Jul 8, 2026
In US' Major H-1B Fraud Probe, Trump Official's Cognizant Mention
Labour Department Inspector General Anthony D'Esposito said officials have already issued multiple subpoenas as part of the large-scale probe into suspected labour trafficking and abuse of foreign...
Legit.ng
· Jul 12, 2026
Federal government sets WAEC and NECO exam cost at N50,000
President Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government has approved N50,000 as the new uniform WAEC and NECO examination fee, marking an 82 increase, effective from 2027.
DutchNews.nl
· Jun 22, 2026
What to do if your employer says you are being made redundant
It is news nobody wants to hear: you are being made redundant. But if you are a foreign worker in...
The Namibian
· Jul 5, 2026
Government Must Fix Its Own Salary Disparities First
The prime minister’s decision to establish a task force to review executive remuneration in state-owned enterprises (SOEs) is a welcome step towards greater accountability and responsible use of public funds. Executive salaries should be scrutinised, particularly where they appear disconnected from performance or the country’s economic realities. However, the review addresses only part of a [] The post Government Must Fix Its Own Salary Disparities First appeared first on The Namibian.
Focus Taiwan
· Jul 2, 2026
Cabinet proposes 4% pay increase for military personnel, civil servants
Taipei, July 2 (CNA) The Cabinet on Thursday proposed an average 4 percent pay increase for active-duty military personnel, civil servants and public school teachers.
South China Morning Post
· Jun 26, 2026
Hong Kong civil service chief vows ‘attractive’ pay rise once economy improves
Hong Kong’s civil service chief has pledged to deliver a “reasonable and attractive” pay adjustment once the economy and public finances improve, following the legislature’s approval of a flat 2 per cent pay rise for civil servants this year. The Legislative Council’s finance committee on Friday scrutinised HK6 billion (US765 million) in spending for the annual pay adjustment for civil servants and associated provisions for subvented organisations, after an earlier decision by the city’s top...
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