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Over 100 suspects face charges in sweeping Perkeso fraud crackdown by MACC

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is pursuing charges against more than 100 suspects implicated in false Perkeso claims, with 29 already charged across various states.

By Aisyah Razak · 6 Aug 2026 · 3 min read

The Hidden Promise of Social Security: Why Lindung 24 Jam Matters Beyond the Headlines

An East Coast Expressway crash killed four men and injured 13 others, leaving eight children without fathers. PERKESO's Lindung 24 Jam scheme demonstrates why social security literacy matters in Malaysia.

By Aisyah Razak · 17 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

Malaysia Makes LINDUNG 24 Jam Voluntary for Citizens, Keeps It Mandatory for Foreign Workers

Malaysia has made contributions to the LINDUNG 24 Jam non-employment injury scheme voluntary for local workers while keeping them mandatory for foreign workers, following public feedback.

By Aisyah Razak · 9 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Malaysia's Unchecked Shadow Economy: Why Illegal Immigrant Businesses Pose a Real Threat to Local Livelihoods

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has raised alarm over foreign nationals—particularly from China, India, and Indonesia—operating illegal businesses in Malaysia using tourist visas and misused permits. The trend threatens local livelihoods and social stability.

By Aisyah Razak · 5 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

PERKESO Disburses Over RM1.2 Million Under LINDUNG 24 Jam Scheme in First Month

Malaysia's PERKESO has disbursed over RM1.2 million to workers under its new LINDUNG 24 Jam scheme within the first month, processing 592 claims and signalling strong uptake of expanded social protection coverage.

By Aisyah Razak · 3 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Dewan Rakyat Passes Employment Insurance Amendments with Tiered Penalties for Non-Reporting Employers

Malaysia's parliament has endorsed amendments to the Employment Insurance System Bill, establishing a three-tier penalty structure for employers who neglect to notify PERKESO of job openings, ranging from RM1,000 to RM5,000.

By Aisyah Razak · 30 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

PERKESO Distributes Nearly RM3.5 Million in Benefits to Kelantan Workers in First Half of 2024

Malaysia's Social Security Organisation has channeled nearly RM3.5 million in various benefit payments to workers and dependants in Kelantan during the first six months of 2024, with temporary disablement benefits accounting for the bulk of disbursements.

By Aisyah Razak · 29 Jun 2026 · 4 min read