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Work amid the pandemic: RISKY BUSINESS
Malaysia's migrant workers bear heavy load
Working safely from home may be the new normal for many, but it’s not an option for everyone. The Straits Times’ correspondents speak to workers who risk their lives for their jobs.
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Ram Anand Malaysia Correspondent In Kuala Lumpur, Ram Anand
The Covid-19 pandemic has had a major impact on the lives of migrant workers in Malaysia, but has done little to alleviate their plight.
Observers say many, in fact, face a heavier workload because the pandemic has led to the closing of international borders or the suspension of immigration programmes, leading to a shortage in labour supply in a number of sectors.
