Employers in sectors like food manufacturing and construction can hire up to 30% of their workforce as temporary foreign workers in low-wage positions.
These modifications also include a two-year employment duration cap for positions under the minimum wage and a reduction of Labour Market Impact Assessments validity from 18 to 12 months.
Starting 2024, mandatory annual wage reviews will ensure comparability with prevailing regional rates.
Active until August 30, 2024, these flexible measures aim to address a 40% increase in TFWP demand amidst a consistent 5.5% unemployment rate.
