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Human Resources Minister Datuk Dr Fong Chan Onn said the union and the Malaysian
Employers Federation had been called to a meeting this Friday.
<p>“We want to explain to both parties the reasons behind the fuel price
increases and how, at this time, everybody must make sacrifices,” he told
reporters after the post-Cabinet meeting here yesterday. </p>
<p>“The most important thing is for Malaysia to remain competitive and increase
productivity so that we can increase our exports. This will then lead to more
earnings for everyone to share.” </p>
<p>Asked if the ministry supported the push for Cola, Dr Fong said any decision
over this matter must be taken by the private sector. </p>
<p>“We will listen to what both sides have to say. On our part, the ministry
is going all out to promote the performance-linked wage system,” he said.
</p>
<p>“With this, the issue of Cola doesn’t arise. Once a worker’s
productivity improves, it translates immediately into higher wages for him.”
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