Nepal Government has signed a memorandum of understanding on recruitment, employment and repatriation of workers with the Malaysian government on 29th October 2018, in Kathmandu.
Releasing a Press Communiqué, GEFONT has welcomed the Memorandum of Understanding between the Nepal Government and the government of the Malaysia. GEFONT Press Communiqué signed by GEFONT Secretary General Jank Chaudhary reads “this is the positive development for Nepali migrant workers it has addressed the recruitment, employment and repatriation of workers.
As per the agreement, employer companies will bear recruitment service charges, two-way airfare, visa fee, health check-up, security screening and levy charges, among others.
According to the MoU, from now on, Malaysian companeis will pay the salaries of workers through banking channel and will have to deposit wages on the seventh day of the month. The employer company will also have to bear all expenses related to accommodation, health check-up and security, among others, during the contract period. The contract period, which used to be three years has now been reduced to two years & If an immediate family member of a worker dies in Nepal, the company will have to allow the worker to return home on leave not exceeding 15 days as per the MoU..”
Press Communiqué further reads “As per the agreement, the Malaysian government will provide equal treatment to Nepali migrant workers with regard to health insurance, accident insurance, security and other accidents. Likewise, if a company goes bankrupt or puts undue pressure on workers then workers have the rights to change jobs, as per the act.
श्रमिक खबर ७४५ (२० माघ २०८२) - Workers’ News 745 (3 Feb, 2026)
Workers’ News 745 | 3 Feb, 2026
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In this episode:
🔹 A workers’ gathering in Kathmandu Constituency No. 4 formed an Election Mobilization Committee to strengthen worker participation in the upcoming elections.
🔹 A GEFONT-led workers’ gathering in Sarlahi established a 51-member election mobilization committee to actively engage workers in the democratic process.
🔹 The Independent Transport Workers’ Organization (Tourism Unit) held discussions on social security, labour laws, transport management, and road safety.
These developments highlight the growing role of trade unions in protecting workers’ rights, strengthening social security, and ensuring meaningful participation in national elections.
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📅 Date: February 3, 2026 | 20 Magh 2082
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श्रमिक खबर ७४४ (१९ माघ २०८२) - Workers’ News 744 (2 Feb, 2026)
Workers’ News 744 | 2 Feb, 2026
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• The GEFONT Banke District Coordination Committee holds its seventh meeting and prepares a worker mobilization plan for the upcoming election.
• GEFONT Gandaki Province organizes a large workers’ gathering in Pokhara and forms province- and constituency-level election mobilization committees.
• The GEFONT Parsa District Election Mobilization Committee meets in Birgunj to strengthen worker participation and election strategy.
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📅 Date: February 2, 2026 | 19 Magh 2082
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श्रमिक खबर –७४३ १८ माघ २०८२
Workers’ News 743 (1 Feb, 2026)
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श्रमिक खबर ७४२ (१६ माघ २०८२)
Workers’ News 742 (Jan 30, 2026)
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श्रमिक खबर–७४१(१५ माघ २०८२)
श्रमिक खबर ७४१ (१५ माघ २०८२) - Workers’ News 741 (Jan 29, 2026)
शहिद दिवस २०८२को शुभकामना !
शहिद दिवस २०८२को शुभकामना !
श्रमिक खबर–७४१ (१६ माघ २०८२ )
श्रमिक खबर ७४१ (१६ माघ २०८२) - Workers’ News 741 (Jan 30, 2026)
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श्रमिक खबर ७४० (१४ माघ २०८२) - Workers’ News 740 (Jan 28, 2026)
Workers’ News 740 | Jan 28, 2026
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🔹 Global Trade Union Exchange in Beijing
An Asia–Pacific and African Trade Union Experience Exchange Program organized by ILO ACTRAV and ACFTU has begun in Beijing, China. The three-day program focuses on digital transformation, platform economy, and promoting decent work, with participation from trade union leaders across Asia and Africa, including representatives from Nepal.
🔹 JTUCC Bagmati Province Leadership Handover
The Joint Trade Union Coordination Centre (JTUCC) Bagmati Province has completed its leadership handover for 2026, entrusting leadership to GEFONT Bagmati Province President Comrade Ramhari Nepal, strengthening coordination among trade union federations.
🔹 JTUCC Karnali Province Leadership Transition
JTUCC Karnali Province has also completed its leadership transition, with leadership handed over to GEFONT Acting President Radha Shrestha, who reaffirmed her commitment to building a more inclusive, organized, and effective workers’ movement.
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📅 Date: January 28, 2026 | 14 Magh 2082
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श्रमिक खबर ७३९ (१३ माघ २०८२) - Workers’ News 739 (Jan 27, 2026)
Workers’ News 739 | January 27, 2026
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🔹 Workers’ Demands & Election Commitments
CUPPEC-Nepal, affiliated with GEFONT, submitted a memorandum to CPN (UML) leaders in Makwanpur, demanding the inclusion of workers’ rights and welfare issues in the election manifesto.
🔹 Nationwide Pressure Campaign
GEFONT-affiliated CUPPEC-Nepal carried out a nationwide pressure campaign, submitting ten-point recommendations to CPN (UML) candidates and district leadership to ensure workers’ agendas are reflected in election pledges.
🔹 Sudurpashchim Province Election Mobilization
GEFONT Sudurpashchim Province formed a 151-member election mobilization committee to ensure victory for CPN (UML) in the upcoming House of Representatives election. District-level coordinators and campaign teams were also appointed.
🔹 Support for Binod Shrestha
The gathering expressed gratitude to CPN (UML) for nominating GEFONT President Binod Shrestha as the House of Representatives candidate from Kathmandu Constituency No. 10 and committed to working actively for his victory.
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📅 Date: January 27, 2026 | 13 Magh 2082
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श्रमिक खबर ७३८ (१२ माघ २०८२) - Workers’ News 738 (Jan 26, 2026)
Workers’ News 738 | January 26, 2026
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🔹 A workers’ gathering organized by GEFONT Rupandehi District Committee in Butwal expresses pride and strong support for GEFONT President Binod Shrestha, nominated as the CPN (UML) candidate from Kathmandu Constituency No. 10 for the upcoming House of Representatives election on March 5, 2026. Separate workers’ election mobilization committees have been formed across all constituencies to ensure victory.
🔹 National Beauticians’ Union Nepal (NABUN), affiliated with GEFONT, successfully held a Koshi Province–level gathering, highlighting organizational strengthening, participation of women workers, and unity, along with interactive cultural activities.
🔹 CUPPEC-Nepal, Myagdi District, submitted a memorandum to CPN (UML) candidate Harikrishna Shrestha, demanding the inclusion of construction workers’ issues in the election manifesto and pledging workers’ support for the Sun symbol.
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📅 Date: January 26, 2026 | 12 Magh 2082
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