THE fate of approved permits (AP) for the import of food items hangs on the outcome of a government review, prompted by allegations of abuse and cronyism.
Agriculture and Agro-based Industry Minister Salahuddin Ayub said his ministry is reviewing the matter following claims that many individuals were granted APs on the grounds of political connections and were profiteering from the permits.
Effective July 2018, access to full reports will only be available with a subscription. Sign-up now and enjoy one (1) week free access!
Get rid of APs. Market competition will ensure more supply at cheaper prices. The ministry's job is merely to observe and ensure against hoarding during seasonal fluctuations, etc.
Posted 5 years ago by Justice For All
100percent agree. Agency like FAMA, LKIM should be reviewed...... everyone in the street knows how challenging it is to deal with those agency. They would always paint a difficult picture to make you upset. Then later on offers "solutions" provided that......ehhmmm we all know
Posted 5 years ago by Nelson Lingek
The chairman of NFC Corp must pay back all the government's money he had taken.
Posted 5 years ago by Alias abdullah
Editor's Pick
2 months ago
Mindef says will cooperate with MACC on procurement cartel case
2 months ago
公共服务薪酬研究中期报告 JPA:昨已呈首相
2 months ago
White House ‘concerned’ about reported death of US citizen in West Bank
2 months ago
Kenaikan tarif air baharu minimum, tidak beban pengguna, kata MB Terengganu
Comments
Posted 5 years ago by Justice For All
Posted 5 years ago by Nelson Lingek
Posted 5 years ago by Alias abdullah