Malaysians in Singapore allowed to return for funerals but only for three hours, says Ismail Sabri


PETALING JAYA: Malaysians in Singapore are allowed to return to attend the funerals of their respective immediate family members without having to undergo the mandatory 14-day quarantine period as it is considered an emergency.

According to Senior Minister (Security) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, those who returned are only allowed to be at the burial ceremony for a maximum of three hours and they have to be clad in full personal protective equipment (PPE).

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