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Entrepreneurs back Johor MB’s call
JOHOR BARU: Several business groups here have given their full support to Johor Mentri Besar Datuk Hasni Mohammad’s call to reopen the border with Singapore now that Malaysia has rolled out its vaccination programme.
Thumbs up for govt’s move
PETALING JAYA: Industry players have welcomed the Cabinet’s decision to provide free vaccination to documented and undocumented foreign workers but expressed concern over how the latter would be covered under the immunisation plan.
Vaccination programmes will boost local economy
KUALA LUMPUR: The rollout of vaccination programmes scheduled for the end of this month will further boost the Malaysian economy and help in creating more jobs possibly by the second half of 2021, the Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF) said.
Employers: Give us more time to house workers
PETALING JAYA: Cramped and unsuitable living conditions have contributed to the rapid spread of Covid-19 among foreign workers, but employers have appealed for alternatives and flexibility in providing suitable accommodations.
Cost factor a key point of contention
PETALING JAYA: The initiative to place foreign workers at selected hotels as a temporary move to curb Covid-19 is welcome, though some stakeholders have expressed concern over the cost factor.
Industry players voice support for govt’s move
PETALING JAYA: Industry players have voiced their support for the government’s intention to tighten the standard operating procedure for high-risk sectors under the extension of the current movement control order.
Gig economy a needed lifeline
PETALING JAYA: The ongoing pandemic and second movement control order have proven to be a challenge for businesses, but some are tapping on the gig economy and digital platforms to stay afloat.
Experts: Restrategise with sound policies and tightening of SOP
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is set to undergo a fresh lockdown from tomorrow with the exception of Sarawak due to a high number of active cases and red zones.
MEF welcomes Permai aid, but says WSP should be extended
PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Employers’ Federation (MEF) has welcomed the government’s latest stimulus package to beef up its war against Covid-19, but said the Wage Subsidy Programme (WSP) should be extended based on the length of the movement control order.
Employers ask for more and speedier Covid-19 testing
PETALING JAYA: Employers are calling on the government to appoint more panel clinics and hospitals to conduct Covid-19 tests to avoid overcrowding at medical facilities.
