Although the federal government’s decision to provide a subsidy of RM950 per metric tonne for imported white rice to East Malaysia is lauded, consumer associations in Sabah said consistent monitoring and enforcement are needed to ensure effectiveness.
There has been a spate of viral videos showing vehicles from neighbouring countries such as Thailand and Singapore being filled with Malaysia's heavily subsidised RON95 petrol, indicating a blatant disregard for local laws.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is probing IJM Corporation over alleged money laundering and possible share price manipulation involving RM2.5bil, a probe that could jeopardise Sunway Group’s proposed RM11.5bil takeover of the construction giant
