Malaysia’s Unemployment Rate Holds Steady at 2.9pc in March, Says DOSM

Malaysia’s unemployment rate holds steady at 2.9pc in March, says DOSM

PUTRAJAYA, May 12 — Malaysia’s labour market remained stable in March 2026, with the unemployment rate unchanged at 2.9 per cent, supported by continued expansion in employment and labour force participation, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).Chief Statistician Datuk Seri Dr Mohd Uzir Mahidin said the positive economic outlook during the month enabled the country’s labour market to sustain its steady growth momentum.“The …

Unemployment rate remains at 2.9% in March

Malaysia’s labour market remained stable thanks to continued expansion in employment and labour force participation, said the statistics department. PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia’s labour market remained stable in March with the unemployment rate unchanged at 2.9%, supported by continued expansion in employment and labour force participation, according to the statistics department. Chief Statistician Uzir Mahidin said the positive economic outlook during …