NUBE vs the Banks: Who Is Really Protecting Workers? | THE LEFT

03 Nov 2026, 3:00 PM
NUBE vs the Banks: Who Is Really Protecting Workers? | THE LEFT

What happens when bank workers speak up—and face pressure for doing so?

In this episode of THE LEFT, we continue our conversation about the National Union of Bank Employees (NUBE) and its dispute with Malaysia’s banks. Guest Karuna discusses the long-running disagreement over festival aid, the union’s account of workers facing intimidation and suspensions, and the legal and industrial challenges affecting NUBE’s efforts to negotiate.

We also explore the role of the Ministry of Human Resources, freedom of expression and association, the future of trade unionism, and whether workers across different industries can build greater solidarity. What can bank customers do to support fair treatment for workers?

Watch the conversation and share your views in the comments.

THE LEFT is a segment on TheGoodCastShow exploring workers’ rights, inequality, unions, and left-wing ideas in Malaysia.

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