Why are there so few locals working in wet markets? Poor governance, aging workforce and zero marketability, say NGOs
A general view of the Section 17 Wet Market in Petaling Jaya May 13, 2020. — Picture by Hari Anggara
As such, most of the farmers are aging and since Malaysians do not want to do these jobs the migrants are taking over. Federal Territories Minister Tan Sri Annuar Musa has said he wants only locals to work at the Selayang wet market which was closed for weeks after a spike in Covid-19 cases. “Local councils need to monitor who owns the slot. here are compliance issues that need to be adhered to,” said Adrian.
“They must all go through a Malaysian or an agency. The fault here lies with the owners,” said Sumitha when contacted. “Due to Covid-19, Malaysians are losing jobs and want jobs. Some people are upset and jealous so they are voicing their grouses.
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