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Civil Service Salaries to Undergo Review, Says PSD Director
Malaysia's Public Service Department will examine measures to enhance income levels for civil servants, though current wages remain above poverty thresholds, according to the department's chief.
LSN Malaysia ·
The Public Service Department (PSD) is set to review various initiatives aimed at improving the financial compensation of civil servants across the country. Director-General Wan Ahmad Dahlan Abdul Aziz confirmed the department's commitment to examining ways to boost income levels within the public sector workforce.
Despite the planned review, Wan Ahmad Dahlan noted that existing civil service salaries do not fall below the national poverty line, indicating that current remuneration levels provide a basic standard of living for government employees.
The announcement comes amid ongoing discussions about the adequacy of public sector wages in Malaysia. The review is expected to consider various approaches to enhance civil servants' earning potential while balancing fiscal constraints and broader government budgetary priorities.
Details regarding the timeline and scope of the PSD's initiative review were not immediately disclosed. The department is likely to evaluate factors including cost-of-living adjustments, allowances, and other compensation mechanisms in its assessment.