Malaysia extends ban on foreign tourists

Malaysia has extended its pandemic movement restrictions including a ban on foreign tourists until end of year. Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin said in a televised dress late Friday that global cases have been rising and country has seen sporic virus clusters even though situation was under control.

Malaysia has recorded more than 9,000 cases with 125 deaths.

Muhyiddin said extension of restrictions will t disrupt daily activities as most businesses and schools have resumed. Only nightclubs and entertainment centres remain shut and international sporting events prohibited. Borders will stay closed and those entering country will be quarantined.