Groups want more sectors to open up, govt says not just yet


Calling for caution: Fadillah said that although the views of industry players are being heard, the ministry has to abide by the decision made by the NSC. — IZZRAFIQ ALIAS/The Star

PETALING JAYA: While essential industries are allowed to operate, “non-essential” industries in the same supply chain that feed into them or from them are asking for the same leeway.

Their rationale, supported by the essential industries, is that there is a need to procure goods to allow the companies permitted to operate to function, as disruptions in getting raw materials and semi-furnished goods can spell trouble for even the essential industry companies.

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