MUAR: The increase in Covid-19 cases in Singapore should not stop the island republic from discussing the reopening of the border with Malaysia and Johor, says Datuk Hasni Mohammad.
The Mentri Besar said that he hoped Singapore would consider the standard operating procedures (SOP) that had been presented and had received a green light from the Malaysian government.
"Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin informed that he had discussed with Singapore on the matter and the island republic asked to be given more time as they wanted to reduce the number of positive cases in Singapore first before they start the discussion (on border reopening).
"To me, cases going up and down is not the issue. I believe Singapore recognises that as well. With full vaccination, we need to live with Covid-19.
"If that (opinion) could be accepted, then I think the discussion to reopen our border could be done," he said.
He said this in a press conference at Santai D'Sawah homestay, Sungai Balang during his visit to Muar on Tuesday (Oct 12) as part of the state government's preparation for Johor Budget 2022.
Singapore reported a total of 2,263 new Covid-19 cases on Monday (Oct 11), a decrease from the 2,809 cases reported on Sunday (Oct 10).
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