Avoid using fountain pens to write cheques, says Chong


PETALING JAYA: Malaysians are advised to avoid using fountain pens or those with ink that are easily washable when writing details on cheques to prevent fraud.

MCA Public Services and Complaints Department head Datuk Seri Michael Chong urged the people to use a ballpoint pen as the ink was more permanent.

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