Malaysia unveils additional $3.3b Covid-19 economic stimulus measures
The programme includes $2.3 billion in cash aid, assistance for small businesses and a wage subsidy scheme.
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PUBLISHED ONSeptember 23, 2020 8:57 AM
KUALA LUMPUR - Malaysian prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin announced on Wednesday (Sept 23) an additional economic stimulus package worth RM10 billion (S$3.29 billion) in a bid to help industries and citizens badly hit by the coronavirus pandemic.
The programme includes RM7 billion in cash aid, assistance for small businesses and a wage subsidy scheme, Tan Sri Muhyiddin said in a televised address.
The announcement comes as Mr Muhyiddin faces a challenge from opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim, who on Wednesday said he had secured a strong majority in parliament to form a new government.
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