The government is confident that the country’s economic growth forecast of between 6.0 and 7.5 percent targeted for this year can be achieved if the Covid-19 situation takes a turn for the better.

Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Economy) Mustapa Mohamed (above) said this was supported by several positive signs showing that the country's economy was heading towards recovery.

"Regardless, we are confident of Bank Negara Malaysia’s forecast of 6.0 to 7.5 percent growth, as well as that of the...