Penang's ferry takeover plans put on hold


GEORGE TOWN: The state government has put on hold its proposed takeover of ferry services in Penang.

Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng said the state executive council agreed in its meeting on Wednesday to defer any decision until further discussions with Transport Minister Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai are held.

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