Civil servants affected by Asean Summit traffic jams advised to apply for WFH

PUTRAJAYA: Civil servants affected by traffic congestion expected during the Asean Summit this month are advised to apply for work-from-home (WFH) status.

The Public Service Department said the WFH policy would allow civil servants to work more flexibly, but still subject to current regulations while maintaining continuity of public services.

It said the WFH policy provided through the Human Resources Service Circular (MyPPSM) aims to create a balance between the agency’s needs in ensuring the continuity of duties and their needs in terms of well-being and work-life balance.

“Eligible civil servants are advised to contact their respective heads of department for appropriate consideration,” read a statement issued on Wednesday (May 7).

It said that all department heads have been authorised to consider applications to WFH for the workforce who may be affected by traffic congestion expected during the Asean Summit and related programmes scheduled throughout this month.

According to PSD, the move is among the Madani government’s initiatives in prioritising a resilient and caring governance.

However, it said, the implementation of the WFH policy must be guided by the procedures and conditions outlined in MyPPSM.

The 2025 Asean Summit is scheduled to be held at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) on May 26 and 27.

Malaysia as the Asean Chair this year will host the 46th Asean Summit which is expected to bring together about 20,000 participants, including heads of state, delegates and officials from member countries as well as dialogue partners such as China and the Gulf countries. – Bernama