Malaysia has reported 62 new cases of Covid-19 in the 24 hours up to noon today, which is the highest single-day increase since the recovery movement control order (MCO) was implemented.

The last time the country recorded more cases was on June 4, when 277 cases were reported on that day. The recovery MCO began on June 10.

The Health Ministry said 56 of the new cases today were locally acquired while six were imported.