Informal sector to become part of Economic Census 2026

Informal sector to become part of Economic Census 2026

PUTRAJAYA: The implementation of the Economic Census 2026 (BE2026) will, for the first time, expand its coverage to include the informal sector, which is increa­singly important in Malaysia’s economic ecosystem, says Statis­tics Department (DOSM). This includes online businesses, small traders, homestays, gig workers and non-profit organisations. DOSM said the move is in line with the…