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Decision on Malaysia-Singapore border opening likely early August, says minister

Foreign Minister Hishammuddin Hussein says Malaysia and Singapore discussed cross-border travel for daily work commuters from both sides and the possible full opening of the borders. – The Malaysian Insight file pic, July 6, 2020.

MALAYSIA and Singapore are expected to reach a firm decision early next month on the reopening of its borders under the Reciprocal Green Lane and Periodic Commuting Arrangement categories, following fruitful discussions on the matter. Foreign Minister Hishammuddin Hussein said the RGL is to facilitate cross-border travel for essential business and official purposes between both countries while the PCA is to allow residents from both nations who hold long-term immigration passes to periodically return to their home countries for short-term home leave.

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