The overall interest in the residential sector for 2021 is likely to remain subdued until the health crisis is brought fully under control. 

With the recent stimulus packages that we have announced, I believe the deficit will go up to 6.5 to 7 per cent, said the Finance Minister.

This brings the total doses of vaccines administered in Malaysia so far to 14.35 million. A total of 4.53 million individuals nationwide have received their second dose — representing a vaccination rate of 13.85% of the nation’s population of 32.72 million.

The growing clusters of infections linked to karaoke bars and a fishery port have sparked the concern of the risk of community transmissions.

Those ordered to turn back were believed to be heading to their hometowns to celebrate Hari Raya Aidiladha.

Johnson and Sunak had come in close contact with a Covid-19 positive case. 

"The state government is aware of the impact faced by the tourism sector as a result of the pandemic which has not ended yet."

The country’s total number of administered Covid-19 vaccine doses so far rose to 14.002 million yesterday from 13.62 million the day before.

A similar situation occurred during the Aidilfitri celebrations on May 12, which then triggered 36 Covid-19 clusters.