Over 150 PASDEC workers face axe after illegal strike
Friday, June 01, 2018
BusinessWeek has learnt that already several employees have received letters ordering them to attend disciplinary hearings today (June 1), with the company saying it incurred “huge losses” during the weeks they were on strike last month.
May’s strike was the fourth time workers at the automotive component’s manufacturer had downed tools since commissioning of the plant in 2015, with reports that the company’s Malaysian principals are growing frustrated at the workforce’s militancy.
The Ministry of Agriculture, local producers, retailers, and industry associations must work together to overcome the obstacles hindering vegetable production and distribution.This collaborative approach is essential to improve the availability, quality, and affordability of vegetables in the market.Firstly, the Ministry of Agriculture should provide support and guidance to local farmers to enhance their productivity and efficiency. This could...