PM marks 100 days in office with M’sia on strong footing for recovery from COVID-19

By Zairina Zainudin KUALA LUMPUR, June 8 (NNN-BERNAMA) — The timely response in closing borders to other countries, as well as in implementing the Movement Control Order (MCO) were among the main factors that helped Malaysia curb the spread of COVID-19. These were among the most crucial and commendable decisions taken by Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin…

Malaysia records 7 new COVID-19 cases, its lowest daily so far – Health DG

PUTRAJAYA, June 8 (NNN-BERNAMA) — Malaysia has recorded its first single digit COVID-19 rise when only seven cases were recorded, the lowest daily increase so far. Health director-general Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said this brings the cumulative total of COVID-19 cases to 8,329 in which 20 patients recovered and were discharged. He…

People’s wellbeing remains top priority for M’sian King

By Kurniawati Kamarudin KUALA LUMPUR,  June 8 (NNN-BERNAMA) — Malaysia’s King, Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah’s official birthday was celebrated differently this year as Malaysians embraced the new normal amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Although all celebrations have been postponed in accordance with the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO), greetings and…

Interstate travel among activities allowed with start of RMCO Wednesday

PUTRAJAYA, June 7 (NNN-BERNAMA) — Interstate travel will be allowed beginning this Wednesday, with the exception of areas declared under enhanced movement control order (EMCO), Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin said. In announcing the Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO) to replace the Conditional MCO, which will end on Tuesday, Muhyiddin said this will…

MyEG unveils one-stop portal for COVID-19 test

KUALA LUMPUR, June 7 (NNN-BERNAMA) — MY E.G. Services Bhd (MyEG) today unveiled its one-stop portal for COVID-19 screening, a service aimed at helping the government to monitor and accelerate the testing of workers in Malaysia. MyEG in a statement today said the initiative, supported by the Human Resources Ministry (HRM), serves as…

Malaysia to announce Sunday on whether CMCO continues or end June 9

KUALA LUMPUR, June 7 (NNN-BERNAMA) — The question of whether or not the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) will be extended in Malaysia, is expected to be answered today by Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin. The announcement is timely as the CMCO, which starts on May 4, will end in two days (June 9). The MCO…

Updated: M’sian govt unveils RM35 bln economic recovery plan

PUTRAJAYA, June 5 (NNN-BERNAMA) — In the face of the economic challenges following the global COVID-19 pandemic, the government today unveiled the National Economic Recovery Plan (PENJANA) to empower the people and stimulate the economy. Prime Minister when announcing the short-term plan themed “Building the Economy Together”, said that it was also aimed…

COVID-19: New cases in Malaysia eases back to two figures

PUTRAJAYA, June 5 (NNN-BERNAMA) — The number of new COVID-19 positive cases dropped back to two digits today with 19, nine of them involving Malaysians. Health director-general Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said after 13 consecutive days of no COVID-19 related deaths, there was one reported today, with the cumulative number being 116,…

No report of Malaysians involved, hurt in US riots

KUALA LUMPUR, June 5 (NNN-BERNAMA) — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Wisma Putra) confirms that no report or official notification has been received on any Malaysian involved or injured in the series of violent riots in over 70 cities across the United States (US), following the death of George Floyd during a police…

Govt to allocate RM9 billion to tackle unemployment, ensure jobs

PUTRAJAYA, June 5 (NNN-BERNAMA) — The government will allocate RM9 billion to tackle the rising rate of unemployment and ensure job sustainability in the country during the national recovery period post COVID-19. Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin said the allocation which will be channeled through various initiatives, will benefit three million…