Malaysia’s Public Servants have been told they must have nothing to do with anti-vaccine groups or activists.
Chief Secretary to the Government, Mohd Zuki Ali (pictured) said this included making, publishing or distributing any statement, rumours or news on vaccines with the intention to cause fear among the public.
“Action will be taken under the existing law against those caught doing so, where those found guilty could be jailed for up to two years, or fined, or both,” Tan Sri Zuki said.
Speaking during the Prime Minister’s Department’s Excellent Service Award, he also called on Public Servants to register for COVID-19 vaccinations.
“I hope that the COVID-19 vaccination program can help eliminate this epidemic, hence allowing us all to return to a more conducive and prosperous life,” Tan Sri Zuki said.
He said changes in the global and national landscapes following the pandemic should be seen as an opportunity for Public Servants to revise their conventional ways of working to a new method that was suitable to the current situation and new norms.
“Public Service delivery systems require a more organised and orderly approach without ignoring the standard operating procedures at all levels,” Tan Sri Zuki said.
“Civil Servants must continue to be prepared to face various challenges even beyond our expectations and try to address them in the best possible way.”
He reminded Government workers that the efficiency of the Public Service’s delivery must be enhanced so it could support economic growth and in turn, increase productivity for shared prosperity.
Tan Sri Zuki stressed that the integrity and accountability of Public Servants needed to be strengthened continuously in line with the aspirations of the National Anti-Corruption Plan 2019-2023.
Kuala Lumpur, 2 April 2021
