Johor menteri besar Hasni Mohammad said the matter had been agreed to by the science, technology and innovation ministry (Mosti) and would be implemented in stages.

“The ministry has agreed to give the vaccine earlier to those working in Singapore.

“There are about 400,000 Malaysians who work in Singapore every day, but for the initial stage, the ministry has agreed that 100,000 will receive the vaccine,” he told reporters after an official function here.

He said this when asked about plans to vaccinate Malaysians working in Singapore.

Hasni said a registration system for this group was being drawn up by Mosti.

“Under the second phase, they are eligible to be vaccinated. But this is only for the vulnerable, such as those with comorbidities and others aged 60 and above, but a certain number will also be given to those who commute to work in Singapore.”

He hoped this move will restore and stimulate the state’s economy, including the services, manufacturing and education sectors, once the border is reopened.

He also advised the people in the state to register for the vaccine in an effort to curb the spread of Covid-19.

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