Malaysia Biometric system in force at all entry points

The Star/Asia News Network

The National Foreigners Enforcement and Registration System was introduced yesterday without any major hiccups.

Deputy Home Minister Datuk Wira Abu Seman Yusof said foreigners entering the country would now have their thumbprints taken electronically.

"The process went on smoothly and the department has not received any complaints so far.

"However, the system is new and there are bound to be minor glitches," he told The Star.