Khoo Gek San
More than half of MM2H participants not renewing visas, survey shows
Applicants say they cannot meet new requirements for approval.
Business still poor for Langkawi’s homestays despite bubble
Easing of restrictions does nothing for budget sector reliant on foreign tourism, as domestic visitors opt for luxury hotels.
Taxing rich won’t aid economic recovery, say experts
They say the government should tax global tech giants in Malaysia instead.
Cabinet scraps MyTravelPass for Malaysians going abroad, say sources
Decision comes into effect immediately, they say.
Extend travel bubble to more islands, Putrajaya urged
They say reopening Pangkor, Tioman and Redang will prevent overcrowding at Langkawi.
Govt guidelines needed on dealing with non-vaccinated employees, say bosses
They foresee industrial disputes if companies were to make Covid-19 inoculation mandatory for the workplace.
SMEs, F&B sector begin hiring as economy reopens
Industry players say smart businessmen will recruit workers who can shock-proof their interests.
Allowing dine-in customers hasn’t helped much, restaurateurs say
Business up by only 20% as most people still prefer to take away their meals.
Same old MCA won’t win back Chinese voters, say analysts
People continue to shun Chinese party in favour of clean, progressive rival DAP.
Hoteliers in need of lifeline as industry losses hit RM9 billion
Low occupancy rate, interstate travel ban among causes of closures.
SMEs low on cash, not getting credit terms from suppliers, says group
Industry players warn thousands of businesses at risk, with owners required to settle bills immediately.
Teachers, pupils must be vaccinated before schools reopen, say groups
Parent, teacher bodies urge Education Ministry, school authorities to persuade teachers to be inoculated against Covid-19.
Restaurateurs still jittery on allowing dine-in
Many operators say it is better to keep customers away from their outlets.
Virtual durian stores provide lifeline for farmers, merchants
Sale of the thorny fruit picks up as Malaysians indulge
Political instability, Covid crisis prompt MM2H applicants to cancel visas
They were also fed-up with the long wait for the programme to resume, say agents.
