PUTRAJAYA, 23 April 2020 – McDonald’s Malaysia donated RM250,000 to the Ministry of Health’s COVID-19 Fund to provide personal protection equipment (PPE) for COVID-19 frontline workers. The donation was handed over at a press conference at the Ministry of Health (MOH) headquarters today.

“As a responsible corporate citizen, McDonald’s Malaysia wants to participate and contribute to the efforts of the Ministry of Health in curbing the spread of COVID-19 in the country. We recognise the sacrifices of the healthcare workers who work tirelessly every day for the health and well-being of Malaysians. This is our small contribution in easing the burden and showing appreciation to the frontliners,” said Azmir Jaafar, Managing Director and Local Operating Partner, McDonald’s Malaysia.

KUALA LUMPUR, 23 April 2020: Tesco Stores (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd today launched its Raya Jimat, Raya Selamat campaign, in addressing the changing consumer needs while living in the new normal brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic.

“As our customers welcome the holy month of Ramadan amid the challenges of Covid-19, we are mindful of our customers' need to manage their cost of living while staying healthy. Our Raya Jimat, Raya Selamat campaign offers great savings to help our customers manage their cost of living while maintaining their social distancing to ensure a safe and happy Hari Raya,” said Tesco Chief Executive Officer, Paul Ritchie.

KUALA LUMPUR, 23 April 2020 – OctaFX is a Forex broker implementing online trading services globally since 2011. It offers a state-of-the-art trading experience to over one million users. OctaFX has won more than 20 awards since its foundation, including the Best Forex Broker Asia 2019 award. The company is well-known for its social and charity activity. They announced an initiative to help combat the virus, which has plagued many, with a 25,000 USD donation.

The beneficiaries of the 25,000 USD contribution are Aksi Cepat Tanggap, Indonesia, a humanitarian organisation; Malaysian Red Crescent Society, Malaysia; Vallalar Educational Trust, India; and Award Pakistan, Pakistan. These charities specifically serve impoverished families, medical workers, and those most impacted by the fallout from COVID-19. The donation will go towards purchasing of medical masks, hand sanitisers, and food.

KUALA LUMPUR, 23 April 2020 – OctaFX is a Forex broker implementing online trading services globally since 2011. It offers a state-of-the-art trading experience to over one million users. OctaFX has won more than 20 awards since its foundation, including the Best Forex Broker Asia 2019 award. The company is well-known for its social and charity activity. They announced an initiative to help combat the virus, which has plagued many, with a 25,000 USD donation.

The beneficiaries of the 25,000 USD contribution are Aksi Cepat Tanggap, Indonesia, a humanitarian organisation; Malaysian Red Crescent Society, Malaysia; Vallalar Educational Trust, India; and Award Pakistan, Pakistan. These charities specifically serve impoverished families, medical workers, and those most impacted by the fallout from COVID-19. The donation will go towards purchasing of medical masks, hand sanitisers, and food.