Recruitment Malaysia reshapes expatriate hiring rules to prioritise top knowledge workers Reintroduction of review-based approval process and new higher salary thresholds recalibrate labour strategy iStock.com/razaklatif Image Izzy Wood Senior Reporter Thursday 18 June 2026 Malaysia has revealed a shift toward attracting higher-value knowledge professionals while reducing its reliance on lower-paid foreign talent. Get AccessContinue reading Global Mobility LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Recruitment Malaysia explores centralised foreign worker recruitment platform Compensation Malaysia resets “entry price” with higher EP thresholds Compliance Malaysia warns of expatriate employment abuses Work Permits Malaysia’s digital permit platform unlikely to improve efficiency