Raise the statutory monthly minimum wage to RM1,700
In Budget 2025, Anwar announced a rise from RM1,500 to RM1,700 from 1 February 2025, with a six-month deferment for smaller employers.
Progress percentage not established
The Labour Department lists the RM1,700 rate and its February and August 2025 implementation phases. Achieved refers to the statutory rate taking effect, not universal employer compliance or household outcomes. No numerical completion percentage is assigned. The department’s FAQ has no publication date shown.
