Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has instructed ministries and departments to resolve outstanding foreign worker applications within one month. The directive specifically targets sectors facing critical labor shortages, notably the restaurant industry. This action aims to address widespread delays in processing applications, which have hampered businesses. Anwar’s intervention signals a push to accelerate the intake of foreign labor to alleviate economic pressures. The move is intended to provide relief for businesses struggling with staffing issues and to boost economic activity. The government anticipates a quicker turnaround in applications following this directive, although specific implementation details remain to be seen.