Jump start big ticket infra projects to boost economy


  • Economy
  • Tuesday, 10 Aug 2021

"My point is do not overlook the infrastructure and utilities sector which are the most fundamental requirements in most national economic recover," entrepreneurship lecturer at Universiti Malaya’s Faculty of Business and Accounting Associate Prof Aida Idris said.

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia could see greater economic expansion if it jump starts mega infrastructure projects post pandemic such as high speed rail, especially for the purpose of carrying goods that will give multiple effects across the supply chain.

According to entrepreneurship lecturer at Universiti Malaya’s Faculty of Business and Accounting Associate Prof Aida Idris, such projects would be a boost for rural entrepreneurs to manufacture and market their products in the city and beyond.

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