Alfian Z.M. Tahir

Alfian is a journalist with The Malaysian Insight.

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Sunday, 17 May 2020 03:37 PM

Not cruel to turn away Rohingya boats after giving them food

Ismail Sabri says undocumented migrants in EMCO areas will face the court before being deported.

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Not cruel to turn away Rohingya boats after giving them food

Sunday, 17 May 2020 03:07 PM

Rules to ensure media practise distancing at events, says Ismail Sabri

Event organisers must ensure there is sufficent space at venue, says senior minister.

Rules to ensure media practise distancing at events, says Ismail Sabri

Saturday, 16 May 2020 06:23 PM

Less than 5% of Covid-19 cases in Malaysia involve children

Parents urged to clean themselves after coming back from work before interacting with kids.

Less than 5% of Covid-19 cases in Malaysia involve children

Saturday, 16 May 2020 05:22 PM

All MPs tested so far are negative for Covid-19

About 750 parliamentarians, staff have taken test, says health director-general.

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All MPs tested so far are negative for Covid-19

Saturday, 16 May 2020 03:24 PM

MM2H visa holders must be cleared of Covid-19 before returning, says minister

They must also undergo 14-day quarantine and bear costs of staying at designated centre.

MM2H visa holders must be cleared of Covid-19 before returning, says minister


Saturday, 16 May 2020 03:21 PM

Travel bookings, promotions to resume, but no trips

After a National Security Council meeting, Putrajaya agrees to allow tour agencies to open.

Travel bookings, promotions to resume, but no trips

Saturday, 16 May 2020 02:56 PM

Those trying to balik kampung will be fined RM1,000, says minister

Interstate travel still banned ahead of Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Ismail Sabri Yaakob clarifies.

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Tuesday, 12 May 2020 04:12 PM

Hairdressers may not make house calls, says minister

Barbers' group asks for permission to open so that its members can ply their trade safely.

Hairdressers may not make house calls, says minister

Tuesday, 12 May 2020 03:48 PM

Public taking advantage of CMCO, says Ismail Sabri

Restrictions will again be tightened if situation worsens, warns minister.

Public taking advantage of CMCO, says Ismail Sabri

Tuesday, 12 May 2020 03:31 PM

Govt defends latest raid targeting illegals during MCO

Such operations conducted by Immigration Dept regardless of whether movement curbs in place, says minister.

Govt defends latest raid targeting illegals during MCO

Tuesday, 12 May 2020 03:22 PM

EMCO in Selayang ends today

Ismail Sabri says lockdown in Selayang Baru and Gombak will be reviewed in a few days.

EMCO in Selayang ends today

Tuesday, 12 May 2020 03:01 PM

Immediate fines for businesses flouting health SOPs

Ismail Sabri Yaakob says police will no longer issue warnings or advice.

Immediate fines for businesses flouting health SOPs

Monday, 11 May 2020 05:29 PM

Smooth food distribution at locked-down PJ Old Town, says MP

Maria Chin Abdullah says food baskets given out yesterday with Social Welfare Department’s help.

Smooth food distribution at locked-down PJ Old Town, says MP

Monday, 11 May 2020 03:30 PM

Employers not at fault for infections among foreign workers, says minister

Ismail Sabri Yaakob says most employers were found complying to SOPs and the infections were due to outside contact.

Employers not at fault for infections among foreign workers, says minister

Monday, 11 May 2020 02:54 PM

Kids may be barred from malls if parents lax on safety, says minister

Ismail Sabri Yaakob says restrictions to be imposed if families don’t prioritise children’s well-being.

Kids may be barred from malls if parents lax on safety, says minister