Govt to set subsidised cooking oil distribution locations to curb leakage, says Armizan

SHAH ALAM: The government will now determine the locations for distributing subsidised cooking oil packets to retail outlets to prevent further leakage of controlled goods, says Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali (pic). The Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister explained that previously, packaging companies were responsible for deciding distribution locations and deliveries, based on demand. "In the past,...

Dr Wee: More study needed so anti-smoking Bill will be effective

PETALING JAYA: Further study is needed to ensure the effectiveness of the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Bill 2023, says Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong (pic). The MCA president said this includes finding a way to tax the industry effectively, and even possibly banning any products found to be too harmful. Dr Wee said...