Malaysians question Muhyiddin’s plan to reopen borders amid Omicron surge

Mixed signals from the Malaysian government over its plans to reopen borders and minimise restrictions amid an increase in Omicron cases has led the public and some experts to question whether it is prioritising the economy over public health.Muhyiddin Yassin, a former prime minister who heads the National Recovery Council (NRC) tasked with guiding the country out of the Covid-19 pandemic, on Tuesday said a full reopening of borders to international tourists could take place by March to…