NSTnation The outbreak has had an impact on the tourism, retail and airline industries.
Economic Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali said the government, via the Economic Action Council , which met in Putrajaya today, was formulating the required measures.“To resolve this, the government has taken steps to devise an economic stimulus package to weather the economic impact of the outbreak.
He said the EAC also discussed possible developments in the domestic capital market to help maintain inclusive growth. Meanwhile, Azmin said in line with the Shared Prosperity Vision 2030 and in accordance with the principles of development, the EAC also discussed holistic ideas on developing and improving the socio-economic status of the Orang Asli.
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