UNI MALAYSIA LABOUR CENTRE

Thursday, October 15, 2026

INTERVIEW SESSION WITH UiTM STUDENTS ON TRADE UNION EFFECTIVENESS & COST OF LIVING ISSUES

Date: 15 October 2026
Venue: Menara Kembar Bank Rakyat, Kuala Lumpur

An interview session was held between students pursuing a Bachelor of Human Resource Management (Honours) at Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) and representatives of PEBARA Union, Bank Rakyat.

The session focused on trade union effectiveness and cost of living challenges, providing valuable insights into the role of trade unions in safeguarding workers’ rights, welfare and interests.

Participants:

UiTM Student Representatives

PEBARA Union Executive Committee, Bank Rakyat

Bro. Mior Awaludin – President, PEBARA

Sis. Yasmin – Vice President, PEBARA

Bro. Mohd Amirrul Ahmad – Secretary, PEBARA

Bro. Shaffie Osman – Deputy Secretary, UNI-MLC

The engagement reflects a shared commitment to strengthening awareness, knowledge exchange and collaboration between academia and the trade union movement.

KESATUAN EKSEKUTIF PROTON EDAR CIPTA SEJARAH, SERAH PERJANJIAN BERSAMA (CA) PERTAMA KEPADA MAJIKAN

Datuk Mohamed Shafie BP Mammal, Presiden UNI-MLC, merakamkan setinggi-tinggi tahniah kepada barisan kepimpinan Kesatuan Eksekutif Proton Edar Sdn. Bhd. atas kejayaan menyediakan Perjanjian Bersama (CA) pertama.

Perjanjian berkenaan telah diserahkan secara rasmi kepada pihak majikan pada jam 11.00 pagi tadi oleh Sdr. Shukor bin Othman, Presiden Kesatuan, bersama Sdr. Zairul Asmi bin Zainuddin, Naib Presiden.

Kejayaan ini merupakan langkah penting dalam memperkukuh hubungan perusahaan serta memperjuangkan kebajikan dan kepentingan ahli kesatuan

28th UNI APRO ICTS Committee Meeting – Day Two Proceedings

Day 2 : 28th UNI APRO ICTS Committee Meeting
Date : 14 October 2026
Venue : Berjaya Times Square Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

The meeting united ICTS trade union leaders across the Asia-Pacific region to shape the future of the trade union movement through stronger solidarity, renewed strategies and collective action in a rapidly transforming industry.

Key Discussions

Social Dialogue and Collective Bargaining:
Strengthening workers’ rights, collective bargaining and political influence.

Union Renewal and Inclusive Leadership:
Modernising unions, expanding membership and developing future leaders.

Future of Work and Digital Transformation:
Addressing AI, job security, reskilling and emerging digital skills.

UNI Apro ICTS Activities Plan:
Enhancing regional cooperation, coordination and joint union initiatives.

Associate Professor Dr. Yusmadi Yah binti Jusoh of Universiti Putra Malaysia also presented on “AI, Digital Transformation and the Future of Work,” highlighting how emerging technologies are reshaping workplaces, job roles and skills requirements, and emphasising the importance of reskilling, workforce adaptability and protecting workers’ rights in the evolving world of work.

STMU Participation

STMU presented its transformation journey from UTES to STMU, highlighting the challenges encountered, UNI-MLC’s support, and efforts to secure approval for the transformation.

This milestone paved the way for formal union recognition and Collective Agreement negotiations, marking significant progress in strengthening workers’ representation in the evolving ICTS sector.

Key Takeaway

The meeting reaffirmed that strong union networks, inclusive leadership, continuous skills development and strategic collective action are essential to safeguarding workers’ rights and ensuring unions remain relevant and influential amid rapid industry transformation.

UNI Apro ICTS Work Plan 2026–2027

Sis. Fumiko outlined key priorities and planned activities to strengthen union organising and regional cooperation under the UNI Apro ICTS Work Plan 2026–2027.

The meeting concluded with Any Other Business and confirmation of the date and venue for the next meeting.

Kamasiah Hj Taiban
Assistant Secretary (ICTS Sector)

Wednesday, October 14, 2026

UNI Apro Tech Workers Organizing Network Meeting

Day 1: 8th UNI Apro Tech Workers Organizing Network Meeting
Date: 13 October 2026
Venue: Berjaya Times Square Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

The meeting brought together trade union leaders and representatives from Malaysia, Japan, Taiwan, Singapore, Nepal, Vietnam, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and India to discuss organising strategies and strengthen union representation in the technology, gaming and BPO sectors.

Opening Remarks

• Shinichi Kitano, President of UNI Apro ICTS

• Benjamin Parton, Head of UNI ICTS

• Rajendra Acharya, Regional Secretary of UNI Apro

• Mohamed Shafie BP Mammal, President of UNI-MLC

Key Highlights

• UNI ICTS organising initiatives in the technology, gaming and BPO sectors.

• Organising tech workers in the age of AI and digital transformation.

• Sharing regional experiences on organising new workers in the digital economy.

• Advancing organising and strengthening unions in growth industries.

The meeting provided a platform for knowledge-sharing, regional collaboration and discussions on adapting union strategies to the changing world of work.

The day concluded with a networking dinner at Paradize by The Lodge, Kuala Lumpur, fostering connections and solidarity among participating unions.

Kamasiah Hj Taiban

Assistant Secretary (ICTS Sector)