The Ministry of Communications and Digital plans to engage in discussions with telecommunication companies (telcos) to explore the feasibility of offering cost-effective data plan packages for p-hailing (parcel hailing) riders.
Minister Fahmi Fadzil stated that if everything proceeds as intended, they will announce the outcomes of these discussions in the near future, according to Bernama.
Fahmi highlighted the significance of the gig economy, particularly for individuals such as food delivery personnel often regarded as frontliners.
Simultaneously, he acknowledged the growing interest in government assistance for those who have lost permanent employment and wish to participate in this sector.
He went on to mention, “Therefore, I am currently in talks with various telco companies to devise a strategy for supporting this group through the provision of more affordable packages. If all goes smoothly, we will soon unveil these special packages.”
