Foreigners allowed to pray in mosques from Sept 1


PUTRAJAYA: In a further relaxation of restrictions, foreigners will now be allowed to perform their prayers in mosques nationwide from Sept 1, says Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob.

The Senior Minister said they must, however, adhere to the same strict Covid-19 standard operating procedures (SOP) such as physical distancing during congregational prayers in the mosques.

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