Foreign worker quota management now under Ministry of Human Resources (Kesuma)

The Malaysian government has officially transferred the management of the One-Stop Center for Foreign Worker Management (OSC) from the Ministry of Home Affairs (KDN) to the Ministry of Human Resources (Kesuma). This significant shift in administrative responsibility took effect immediately.

The decision was formalized during a cabinet meeting held on July 1, 2026. It followed a recommendation from the Cabinet Committee Meeting on Foreign Workers, which convened the day prior. This strategic move is expected to centralize and streamline the processes related to foreign worker quotas and their overall management within the country.

By placing the OSC under Kesuma, the government aims to create a more cohesive approach to labor policies, ensuring that the management of foreign workers aligns closely with national human resource strategies and economic development goals. The Ministry of Human Resources will now oversee the intake, regulation, and management of foreign labor, a critical component of Malaysia's workforce.