But long-standing problems such as a general shortage of drivers persist.

The movement of foreign travellers into the country increased by 76.4% while the issuance of passports increased by 38.2%.

Many have come for vacation although a number are also here on business.

This is to ensure that children are protected from severe infection and complications arising from Covid-19.

Only those who have been fully vaccinated will be allowed entry while worshippers must bring their own prayer mats and wear face masks at all times.

Activities must be held on school grounds, with detailed SOPs to come.

They must also comply with the country's Covid-19 regulations after that.

Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob says while case numbers have been on the rise, the number of severe infections remains under control.

Britain would become the first major European country to allow people who know they are infected with Covid-19 to freely use shops, public transport and go to work.

The health minister says Malaysia is monitoring other countries which have declared an end to the pandemic, as well as its own numbers amid the Omicron wave.

WHO says it is possible to end the waves of death and hospitalisations by the end of 2022 through vaccine-led public health measures although the virus will likely not end this year.

He says precautionary measures will continue to be implemented in the country.