Rohingya group urges Malaysia to allow refugees to work in 3D sectors

The Rohingya Refugee Rights Organization in Malaysia (MERHROM) is appealing to the Malaysian government to permit registered refugees to work legally in the nation's "dirty, dangerous, and difficult" (3D) sectors. MERHROM President Zafar Ahmad Abdul Ghani believes this measure could significantly alleviate Malaysia's current critical labor shortage.

"Opening the 3D sector to the Rohingya ethnic group will allow them to prove their value by contributing back to the country," Abdul Ghani stated. The organization argues that legal employment in these sectors would not only benefit the refugees but also provide a much-needed workforce for industries facing shortages.

MERHROM's plea highlights the ongoing challenges faced by refugees in Malaysia, who are often restricted from formal employment. The organization hopes that by allowing them to work in essential but often undesirable jobs, the refugees can gain a more stable footing and contribute more directly to the Malaysian economy.

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Opening the 3D sector to the Rohingya ethnic group will allow them to prove their value by contributing back to the country.