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Work together to mitigate Covid-19 crisis

By Erda Khursyiah Basir KUALA LUMPUR: Parties from both sides of the political divide must put their differences aside and unite to curb the spread of Covid-19. Only a non-partisan approach can boost the government’s efforts to check the disease and minimise its impact on the people and the nation, said political observers. “No matter […]

Growth with economic stimulus measures

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s economy is still expected to record growth this year following the introduction of RM250 billion Prihatin Rakyat Economic Stimulus Package (Prihatin), Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Economy) Datuk Seri Mustapa Mohamed said. “We rely heavily on the world’s economy which is currently facing many challenges. Without any action and economic stimulus measures, […]

At least six months for economy to recover

KUALA LUMPUR: The government expects the country’s economy will need at least six months to recover after the Covid-19 crisis ends, said Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Economy) Datuk Seri Mustapa Mohamed. He said the estimated recovery period was reasonable with the support of the right strategies. “We pray for that, so surely we need to […]

Beware of scams

KUCHING: Members of the public are reminded to be extra careful and not become victims of scams during this Covid-19 crisis.  Minister of Welfare, Community Wellbeing, Women, Family and Childhood Development Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah urged the public to watch out before making large payments for face masks, hand sanitisers or giving bank details at […]