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Act now on food security, Daim urges govt

Onions are a basic and staple food yet Malaysia relies on imports from nations like India, which banned the export of the bulb after a torrid monsoon planting season. – EPA pic, November 10, 2019.

PUTRAJAYA needs to act fast to prevent a food crisis as the current pattern of relying on imports is not sustainable, said Daim Zainuddin. As the country is not currently facing food shortage, the government must seriously look into the matter, the former finance minister told the Edge Weekly. Effective July 2018, access to full reports will only be available with a subscription. Sign-up now and enjoy one week free access!

 

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