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Authorities arrested 528 foreign nationals across eight construction sites in a coordinated nationwide enforcement operation targeting immigration violations in Malaysia's construction sector.
A Sessions Court in Pasir Mas has imposed financial penalties on 29 undocumented migrants, with fines ranging from RM1,000 to RM10,000 for immigration violations including illegal entry and overstaying.
Malaysia's anti-corruption agency has detained 12 individuals suspected of orchestrating a sophisticated scheme to breach the MyIMMs immigration database and illegally issue temporary work permits, with investigators seizing nearly RM186,400 in cash and jewellery.
The Philippines continues repatriating overseas workers from West Asia, with over 10,500 brought home since tensions escalated. Demand for returns has eased, though assistance remains available.