Khoo Gek San
After anxious wait, agents get sign MM2H will resume by March
Review to resume programme in final stage, say officials.
Port Klang’s congestion spills over to food supply
Importers warn of shortage of certain fruits, vegetables and dairy products over customs clearance.
Empty tables in Chinese restaurants as year-end bookings fall
Owners look to Chinese New Year to help revive fortunes, as Covid-19 stifles celebrations.
Situation still bleak for pasar malam traders
Hawkers selling food are seeing a sales rebound but those selling clothing and other items have no business at all.
Lifting of interstate travel ban boon for restaurants
After relaxation of restrictions, business volume rose with some areas increasing by 30% to 40%.
Lockdowns force 600 kopitiam to take a break
‘Forced hiatus’ for shops in Klang Valley, Johor since October, says association.
30% of MM2H consultants to shut down in 3 months
Industry poll shows businesses downsizing, running on empty with no thaw expected for programme freeze.
My Second Home consultants face closure as scheme remains frozen
They wonder how long they can survive on zero business.
Malaysia to fly solo, pay off Singapore in HSR deal
Track stops in Johor Baru instead of Jurong East, says source.
IRB to hunt Covid-19 ‘winners’, say tax experts
Govt must make up for Budget 2021 shortfall, to target firms, individuals benefitting from pandemic.
Hotels warn of online ‘deals’
Only Tourism Ministry-registered firms can offer packages, says association after bogus website ‘sells’ 8,000 holidays.
Teng’s retirement will create united DAP, say analysts
Lim dad-son team won’t tolerate rebels, reminder to others about ‘expiry’ date in politics.
Lack of understanding behind abuse of wage-subsidy scheme
Many bosses unclear about mechanisms, such as disbursement to employees under retention scheme.
In age of pandemic, Malaysians flock to e-commerce sites
From Milo to iPhones, sales up and robust consumer engagement with brands, sellers.
Mini-marts popping up despite gloomy economic outlook
Local grocery stores buck trend, thrive during pandemic, surprising traders’ groups.
