As the government reviews the WFH proposal for civil servants, Malaysian Employers’ Federation president Datuk Dr Syed Hussain Syed Husman said any decision to expand WFH to private sector workers should remain with employers. He said the decision should be based on operational requirements, the company’s digital readiness and the nature of the job. He said the WFH proposal would not be the key solution if implemented to counter possible energy supply disruptions or rising costs caused by West Asia conflicts. Syed Hussain added that any proposal to expand the WFH arrangement should be discussed through a tripartite dialogue involving the government, employers and employees or unions. At the same time, Mohamed Mosin urged the government to clearly outline its stance on the WFH policy before it is implemented.

Source: The Star March 15, 2026 01:18 UTC