THE government has set up a committee to monitor the people’s cost of living and oversee the implementation of related programmes, Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said.

He said the committee was established on the instruction of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, who has made the matter a priority.

“Today marks one month since the prime minister took office,” he said at a meet-and-greet programme in Shah Alam today.

“During this period, several new approaches have been taken by him and his administration. One of his priorities is issue of the people’s cost of living.”

He said various efforts had been carried out by the government to tackle the issue of the rising prices of goods and shortage of food supplies.

On the reappointment of Ahmad Jazlan Yaakub as Felcra chairman, which was put on hold, Zahid said the matter was decided following discussions with all statutory bodies, government-related companies and other firms under the ministries and government agencies.

“The (appointment) date will be determined by the prime minister. Discussions will be carried out for all positions, not just one, ” he said.

Zahid also called on all parties, including opposition parties, to move forward in helping develop the country for the well-being of the people.

At the event, he announced the appointment of Pertubuhan Minda dan Sosial Prihatin president  Ramesh Rao as his special officer in charge of matters related to the Indian community. – Bernama, December 24, 2022.