The Johor-Singapore border was partially reopened under the Reciprocal Green Lane and Periodic Commuting Arrangement schemes from Aug 17. — Filepic
JOHOR BARU: Foundry and engineering trade firms in Johor that have employed locals who were laid off in Singapore, are now concerned about the impending wave of resignations once the government reopens the border fully.
South Johor Foundry and Engineering Industries Association chairman Lim Kok Kiong said since the movement control order (MCO) started on March 18, local firms had hired a number of Malaysians who returned from Singapore after having lost their jobs due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
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