In-depth study on microplastics in motion, says Deputy PM


PUTRAJAYA: In-depth research on the effects and presence of microplastics in Malaysian waters has begun after alarming levels were found in our rivers, says Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.

He said this comes after initial research on Malaysian waters found notable levels of microplastics or plastic particles smaller than 5mm, in four key river basins across the country.

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