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Takiyuddin identified as close contact, ordered to self-quarantine

Energy and natural resources minister has however tested negative for Covid-19

Updated 5 years ago · Published on 14 Sep 2021 12:41PM

Takiyuddin identified as close contact, ordered to self-quarantine
Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan says that he tested negative based on his PCR tests on Friday, September 10 and on Monday, September 13. – Bernama pic, September 14, 2021

KUALA LUMPUR – Energy and Natural Resources Minister Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan has to undergo self-quarantine after he was confirmed to be a close contact of someone who was Covid-19 positive.

In a statement today, the PAS lawmaker reassured everyone that he tested negative based on his PCR tests on Friday, September 10 and on Monday, September 13.

“However, I’m still undergoing self-quarantine until September 20, 2021. This is in line with the Covid-19 standard operating procedures for all individuals who have had close contact.

“Therefore, I am unable to attend the opening of the first meeting, fourth term of the 14th sitting of Parliament and the Dewan Rakyat’s meetings this week, or any duties that require my physical presence.

“However, I can still conduct my duties through the hybrid system,” said Takiyuddin.

Parliament reconvened yesterday and was opened by the Yang Di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah. – The Vibes, September 14, 2021

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