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The Malaysian Ministry of Health (MOH) denies receiving any official requests to recruit Indonesian nurses for government hospitals. Health Minister Dr. Dzulkefly Ahmad acknowledged the Indonesian Consulate General's statement suggesting such a proposal but confirmed no formal discussions or applications have been submitted. This follows objections from the Congress of Unions of Employees in the Public and Civil Services (Cuepacs), citing numerous unemployed local nursing graduates. Cuepacs urged prioritizing local hires, expedited appointments, and improved incentives. Dr. Dzulkefly added that the MOH is finalizing placements for over 1,800 community nurses.
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