AGP Executive Report
Last update: 19 minutes agoForeign-Worker HR Ops (Malaysia): Malaysia fully moved foreign worker applications onto the Foreign Workers Centralised Management System (FWCMS), with industry groups saying it should speed approvals, cut recruitment costs, and improve transparency via status tracking and a 14-day Conditional Approval Letter target. Workplace Equity (US): A former Sacramento Kings assistant athletic trainer sued, alleging pregnancy discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination after demotions following childbirth; the team denies the claims. AI & Pay (Labour): Apollo’s analysis of 321 occupations found AI-exposed jobs saw slower wage growth after 2023, with little employment impact—raising pay pressure as the main early effect. Retirement Policy (US): A “super catch-up” 401(k) rule lets workers ages 60–63 add $11,250 more in 2026, but usage is low and full take-up would require deferring about half of median pay. Skills Pipeline (TVET, Malaysia): Sabah urged stronger TVET to meet oil-and-gas workforce needs, pushing more industry-linked courses and STEM/digital investment. Health & HR (Pakistan): Pakistan’s PM ordered an inquiry after a non-functional CTA machine at PIMS affected a medical check-up, spotlighting hospital readiness and accountability. Union & Trade (Canada/US): United Steelworkers backed Canada’s tariff stance, urging faster worker support beyond retaliation.
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