KUALA LUMPUR — The Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) said it will take action against traders who impose unreasonable price increases, particularly on vegetables, amid the current hot weather.
Deputy Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Dr Fuziah Salleh said the ministry was monitoring prices daily to curb excessive profiteering, Bernama reported.
“When there is a price increase that we consider unusual, KPDN has the authority to obtain cost details throughout the supply chain.
“This includes production and logistics costs to determine whether the displayed prices are reasonable,” she told reporters after launching the 2026 Pasar PATUH and Rahmah MADANI Sales (PJRM@Pasar) programme for Selangor at the Section 16 Market here today.
Fuziah was responding to questions on KPDN’s preparations to address potential increases in vegetable and spice prices amid the El Nino phenomenon.
She said the Pasar PATUH programme currently covered 75 markets and 7,130 traders nationwide, aimed at protecting consumer rights and promoting compliance among traders.
In Selangor, seven main wet markets have been brought under the programme, with advocacy sessions and awareness inspections conducted at nearly 300 traders’ premises. — September 18, 2026