Interim PM announces RM20b stimulus package to cure economy of Covid-19
Thursday, 27 Feb 2020 05:24 PM MYTInterim prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad waves to reporters as he leaves Perdana Putra February 27, 2020. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
However, he said the disease has already taken a toll on the economy, reducing visitors to the country during a crucial Visit Malaysia Year 2020. The package will have three main thrusts: mitigating impact of Covid-19, spurring people-centric economic growth, and encouraging quality investments in the country.
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