Extra Raya holiday not populist decision - Ahmad Maslan

The decision to give an additional public holiday in conjunction with Aidilfitri is not a populist one and the government has no intention of making the private sector bear the losses, said Deputy Finance Minister Ahmad Maslan.

"I don't see this decision disturbing the private sector and I think the festive atmosphere is felt by all communities.

"So it’s not troubling and hurting (the private sector) and it's the same as giving free...