KUALA LUMPUR: The implementation of the work-from-home (WFH) policy for civil servants beginning next Wednesday (April 15) will not disrupt the nation’s economic activity, but instead aims to ensure productivity is maintained, said Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir. He said unlike the WFH implementation during the Covid-19 pandemic, which was aimed at curbing the spread of the virus, the current policy focuses on sustaining productivity without affecting economic operations. "That is why working from home does not mean hindering economic activity, but rather the intention is to ensure productivity is not disrupted and that civil servants remain committed to carrying out their duties from their respective homes or locations,” he told Bernama. In this regard, he urged the public not to engage in panic buying, which could disrupt the stability of existing supply. However, the caveat is that we must collectively maintain confidence and avoid any hoarding or panic buying that could shock existing stock levels,” he said.

Source: The Star April 10, 2026 00:34 UTC