GDB said the contract value is the largest ever secured by the group.

“A proclamation of emergency would likely have resulted in a constitutional crisis, and such a crisis must be avoided at all costs."

“The Cabinet will discuss further about the King’s decree,” Muhyiddin said.

The outlet was immediately closed down for disinfections, all exposed food and packaging were discarded.

This includes 17 senior officers, 91 personnel, five civilian personnel and 48 family members

"The Agong would like to remind politicians to immediately stop any form of politicking which will disrupt the stability of the ruling government."

In a statement issued today, Thomas wrote that calling an emergency would have grave consequences, especially on the country’s economy. He pointed out that the rating agencies will immediately downgrade the country’s sovereign ratings. Consequently, the country’s borrowing costs will instantly go up, and this perhaps will result in difficulty in borrowing. 

The number is 1,228

News reports today, quoting sources, indicated that the King and Malay rulers' meeting tomorrow is scheduled at 2.30pm.

"Already, the mere rumour of an emergency has resulted in the stock market taking a deep dive,” Dr Mahathir wrote in his blog Chedet today.