Malaysia sees childcare workers as economic boost
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Tengku Zafrul, Malaysia’s Minister of Finance, stated that childcare workers help families participate in the economy and deserve recognition.
He explained that reliable caregivers allow parents to work without worry while ensuring children receive good care, making childcare a vital part of the country’s social and economic support system. Zafrul made these remarks while opening the Central Zone Madani Care Gala in Kuala Lumpur.
Zafrul noted his interactions with communities showed families heavily rely on trustworthy childcare providers to balance work and children’s wellbeing. He emphasized the need to prioritize training, certification, legal frameworks, and recognition for childcare professionals to strengthen standards within the profession. The Minister said he will present concerns and suggestions from childcare workers at the event to the Ministry of Finance and the Prime Minister for consideration in 2027 planning, including support, training, certification, and program expansion.
The Madani Care program has already reached over 1,000 caregivers in four states since its launch in August 2025.
