KUALA LUMPUR – All government-linked companies (GLC) and government-linked investment companies (GLIC) will have to appoint a member from the Malaysian Trades Union Congress (MTUC) on their board of directors, said Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob.
The prime minister, who made the announcement during the union’s 42nd triennial delegates’ conference (TDC), added that the presence of representatives from the workers’ union will lead to greater transparency in government-owned firms.
“This step will ensure that the voice of workers will be taken into consideration in all decisions made by the board of directors.
“It is the government’s hope that these workers’ representatives will be able to play a management role.
“Workers must also work together to ensure the stability, unity and good industry ties not only amongst the workers but also the government and their employers to succeed in the national development process,” he said.
Earlier in his speech, he stressed that it is critical for workers in the country to be able to upskill and reskill themselves in order for Malaysia to ensure its competitiveness.
Putting money where his mouth is, the Bera MP urged MTUC to develop a more holistic, effective and comprehensive education plan for its members and other workers in general.
“Therefore, the government has agreed to prepare an annual RM4 million grant for MTUC to implement significant training and awareness programmes.
“I am confident that through strategic education plans, MTUC can continue to play a critical role to develop new, dynamic workers,” he said. – The Vibes, July 2, 2022
