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Business Federation Warns Work-from-Home Policy Threatens Urban Economy

4/10/2026

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The Federation of Malaysian Business Associations warns expanded work-from-home policies could harm urban businesses.
Critics say the federation prioritizes city-centre profits over a government initiative to cut fuel use and subsidies.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced the plan on April 1 to address fuel costs linked to the Iran war.
The federation says the policy could cause significant losses for the Klang Valley, beyond projected savings.

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The Federation of Malaysian Business Associations warns expanded work-from-home policies could harm urban businesses.
Critics say the federation prioritizes city-centre profits over a government initiative to cut fuel use and subsidies.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced the plan on April 1 to address fuel costs linked to the Iran war.
The federation says the policy could cause significant losses for the Klang Valley, beyond projected savings.