<p>KUALA LUMPUR: Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail quipped that he was “envious” of Beruas member of parliament Datuk Ngeh Koo Ham’s extensive plantations in Kelantan.
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Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution joked about being envious of MP Ngeh Koo Ham's Kelantan plantations while addressing concerns over the foreign worker quota system. Ngeh criticized the cumbersome e-Quota process, arguing that simplifying applications would reduce the demand for undocumented labor.
- Saifuddin Nasution made a lighthearted remark about Ngeh Koo Ham's extensive plantations in Kelantan.
- Ngeh argued that the difficult e-Quota application process drives employers to hire undocumented workers.
- The MP urged the government to allow online applications and ensure decisions are made within one month.
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KUALA LUMPUR: Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail quipped that he was "envious" of Beruas member of parliament Datuk Ngeh Koo Ham's extensive plantations in Kelantan.
The remark came as Saifuddin wound up debate on the 2027 Supply Bill for the Home Ministry, following Ngeh's concerns over difficulties employers face in obtaining foreign worker quotas through the e-Quota system.
Ngeh said the cumbersome application process, which includes travelling to Putrajaya for interviews, had driven some employers to hire undocumented foreign workers.
"If the government can resolve this issue, I believe the influx of undocumented migrants can be reduced, as there would be no market for workers without proper documentation.
