PETALING JAYA: Any move to protect the country’s forest reserves through stiffer punishment must be backed by action and be reflected in state laws, say environmental advocates.Former WWF-Malaysia CEO Datuk Dr Dionysius Sharma said enforcement of the proposed tougher penalties under the National Forestry Act 1984 would be pivotal for it to have any impact on preserving the country’s forest reserves.
“Increasing penalties, while serving as a stronger deterrent, cannot replace a forest that has been illegally logged.
Already a subscriber? Log in.
Get 30% off with our ads free Premium Plan!
Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
