People need work to put food on the table, say groups


PETALING JAYA: Businesses and employers are hoping for the reopening of more economic sectors but are also cautious about the rising number of Covid-19 cases in the country.

SME Association of Malaysia president Datuk Michael Kang (pic) said that reopening the economy would be a step in the right direction, in line with the increasing vaccination rate.“Businesses should be allowed to operate based on the vaccination rate in each company. There is a need to protect the health of staff.

Get 20% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Related stories:
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Nation

Puad is welcome to join PAS, says Ahmad Samsuri
Johor polls: MIPP to contest five seats under Perikatan
Johor polls: Tangible improvements in Yong Peng prove it's not neglected, says Dr Wee
Johor polls: Ex-Bersatu's Mazlan Bujang among 11 PAS candidates
Johor polls: Bersatu announces candidates to contest 16 seats
Woman held after a motorcyclist killed in three-vehicle crash on SPE Highway
Johor polls: Almost RM53mil poured into Yong Peng over past four years, says incumbent rep Ling Tian Soon
Man dies after jumping off flyover while fleeing cops
Babysitter detained after 11-month-old baby dies
Six arrested in perfume investment scam raid

Others Also Read