Govt may introduce 'soft landing' approach when lifting MCO, says Health DG


PUTRAJAYA: The government may introduce a “soft landing” approach when removing the movement control order (MCO), says the Health Ministry.

Health director-general Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said this would mean social distancing rules and bans on large gatherings were likely to continue for the rest of the year.

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