Malaysia plans new insurance scheme for Singapore cross-border workers

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by The StarFebruary 5, 2026 at 02:14 AM

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Malaysia is planning a new insurance scheme for Malaysians who commute daily to work in Singapore. Human Resources Minister R. Ramanan announced the initiative to provide social security protection to the nearly 400,000 cross-border workers during their commute, a period currently not covered. The scheme aims to ensure Malaysian workers in Singapore receive consistent safety and care standards. The ministry is also reviewing 26 related laws to align with International Labour Organization standards. It is estimated that over 1.18 million Malaysians work in Singapore, with a significant portion commuting daily. The new insurance scheme is a priority for the minister since his appointment in December.

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International Labour Organization 50% Johor 60% Human Resources Minister 70% R. Ramanan ×390% Malaysia ×490% Singapore ×590%

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insurance scheme 100% cross-border workers 90% social security protection 70% daily commute 70% malaysian workers 60% singapore 50% international labour organization 40% labor laws 40%

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