THE government will continue to intensify efforts to ensure that economic growth leads to better job opportunities, stronger incomes and a more secure future for Malaysians, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said, as the country records its lowest unemployment rate in 11 years.
Anwar said the latest labour market figures reflect the stability of employment across multiple sectors, supported by an encouraging economic position and sustained policy reforms.
“The job market in various sectors remains stable, supported by encouraging economic standing.
“This is the result of the Madani Government’s hard work in building and strengthening all national foundations since three years ago,” he said in a post on his Facebook page on Saturday (Jan 10).
According to official data, the national unemployment rate in November 2025 fell to 2.9 per cent, marking its lowest level in more than a decade and underscoring continued recovery in the labour market.
Chief Statistician Datuk Seri Dr Mohd Uzir Mahidin was reported as saying that the workforce expanded by 0.2 per cent to 17.61 million people in November 2025, compared with 17.58 million in October 2025. He added that the labour force participation rate remained unchanged at 70.9 per cent, signalling sustained engagement among Malaysians in the job market.
The Prime Minister said the government remains focused on ensuring that positive macroeconomic indicators translate into real improvements in livelihoods, with job creation, income growth and long-term economic security continuing to be central priorities under the Madani Government’s agenda. - January 11, 2026
