Who tested positive for Covid-19 among Parliament attendees?

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A Senator and 25 Parliamentary Staff Tested Positive for Covid-19

A total of 26 individuals, comprising one senator and 25 parliamentary staff, have tested positive for Covid-19 following RT-PCR screening conducted on September 10 and 11. These screenings were part of measures to mitigate the risk of infection within the Parliament building ahead of the First Meeting of the Fourth Term of the 14th Parliament.
Covid-19 Screening Results

The Health Ministry conducted RT-PCR screening tests on 1,801 individuals, including all staff and attendees scheduled for the parliamentary meeting. Of those tested, 26 individuals were identified as positive for the virus.
Affected Individuals

The positive cases include a single senator and 25 members of the parliamentary staff. These individuals were among the 1,801 people who underwent the screening tests on September 10 and 11.
Health and Safety Measures

These screenings were part of a broader initiative to reduce the risk of Covid-19 transmission in the Parliament building. Other measures implemented include the installation of ultra violet air filters in the main hall and the use of nanotechnology in offices to eliminate bacteria and viruses.
Parliamentary Session Commencement

The First Meeting of the Fourth Term of the 14th Parliament was scheduled to begin today, with the Dewan Rakyat session running for 17 days until October 12. The Dewan Negara sitting is slated to take place from October 4 to 26.

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