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Malaysia and Bangladesh have committed to strengthening protections for migrant workers, with both Prime Ministers emphasizing fairer recruitment practices and expanded employment opportunities during talks in Putrajaya.
Two married couples have claimed trial in magistrates' courts in Johor Baru, facing charges of causing hurt, criminal intimidation, and illegally holding passports of domestic helpers.
Malaysia's government reports a significant decline in human trafficking and labour exploitation cases rescued, dropping from 70 victims in 2023 to just four by May 2026, attributed to stepped-up enforcement efforts.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has pledged decisive action against the exploitation of Bangladeshi migrant workers, underscoring their crucial contribution to Malaysia's continued economic development and stability.
Malaysia and Bangladesh have committed to combating migrant worker exploitation through more transparent recruitment practices. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim emphasized the need to protect foreign workers and their families while maintaining economic cooperation.
Police have rearrested two couples in an ongoing maid abuse investigation as the number of alleged victims grows. The cases involve charges of voluntarily causing hurt and criminal intimidation.
Police in Johor Baru have rearrested four suspects—two married couples previously detained over a viral maid abuse video—following reports from two additional former domestic helpers claiming mistreatment.