Consumer groups want all food-related APs abolished


PETALING JAYA: Reducing the red tape may help address the rising cost of living and food shortages, say consumer associations.

Federation of Malaysian Consumers Associations (Fomca) president Datuk Dr Marimuthu Nadason (pic) said the Approved Permit (AP) requirement should be abolished across the board to bring in more imports and allow more food industry players to come in to ensure there is sufficient supply in the market.

Subscribe now for a chance to win your dream holiday!

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


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!

Marimuthu Nadason , Food AP ,

   

Next In Nation

Anwar urges strategic shift for tourism sector
CEO of highway concessionaire released on bail after MACC arrest last week
Malaysia expresses preparedness to cooperate with Indonesia on peacekeeping efforts, says Anwar
Special quota should be allocated to Indian students at matriculation level, says Sivaraj
Dr Wee holds in-depth discussion with interfaith council
Public warned of fake social media account claiming to be Pahang Crown Prince
Sungai Bakap polls: Not true that Nor Zamri never raised water issues, says Abidin Ismail to DAP leaders
Mother and son separated by Penampang floods
Human skeletal remains found in drain next to Tawau main road
Nine in 10 Malaysians claiming to be human trafficking victims are actually criminals, says Wisma Putra

Others Also Read