Be cautious but don’t panic


PETALING JAYA: Malaysia needs to remain vigilant and beef up surveillance, especially at all its border entry points, following the emergence of the newly-discovered Covid-19 Omicron variant, say experts.

Local tourism players have also expressed caution but noted that the nation needs to learn how to balance livelihoods with living with Covid-19.

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.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
Covid-19 , Omicron , variant

Next In Nation

Three teenagers injured after a flag they were carrying came in contact with high-voltage power line
Law to curb rent-seeking slated for tabling in Parliament next year
Court of Appeal sets aside RM1.1mil damages awarded to Ivana Smit’s family
Bukit Aman sending team to probe drug bust in Japan involving M'sians
Chile honours two Malaysians for contributions to bilateral ties
Unhealthy air across 27 areas as of 10am with Pasir Gudang worst at 177
SST remains government’s preferred tax system, says Ministry
Malaysian youths rack up RM5.4bil in Buy Now, Pay Later purchases
Nearly 20,000 domestic violence cases recorded since 2024, Dewan Rakyat told
Over 4,000 school bullying cases recorded between March and August, Dewan Rakyat told

Others Also Read