Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali says the government is processing up to 15,000 foreign worker applications for the restaurant subsector while remaining committed to reducing foreign labor to 10% of the workforce by 2030.
KUALA LUMPUR: The government is processing applications for up to 15,000 foreign workers for the restaurant subsector following concerns raised by industry players over difficulties in securing manpower.
The Human Resources Ministry (Kesuma) is handling the applications under the quota announced on Aug 5, 2026, subject to compliance with the stipulated conditions and eligibility criteria.
The move follows a Cabinet decision in August to expedite the consideration of applications to address urgent manpower requirements in the subsector, following an announcement by the Prime Minister.
