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Malaysian firms facing US bans over forced labour summoned by ministry

FILE PHOTO: Workers collect rubber gloves at Top Glove's factory in Klang, outside Kuala Lumpur, March 11, 2008. (Reuters)

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's Human Resources Ministry said on Sunday it would call in all companies facing US import bans over suspected forced labour practices to discuss immediate action to address the allegations.

Malaysian factories, which include major suppliers of palm oil and medical gloves, have been under increased scrutiny over allegations of abuse of migrant workers, who make up a significant part of the country's manufacturing workforce.

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